Sicilian Kan

GPTKB entity

Statements (51)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:chess_match
gptkbp:can_lead_to complex middlegame positions
various pawn structures
gptkbp:characterized_by the move 2...e6
gptkbp:developed_by gptkb:Sicilian_Defense
gptkbp:has_variations including the Classical Variation
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Sicilian Kan
gptkbp:includes the move 3...d6
gptkbp:is_analyzed_in chess literature
chess engines
opening databases
gptkbp:is_associated_with the pawn structure d6 and e6
gptkbp:is_considered a flexible defense
a hypermodern opening
a counter-attacking opening
a solid choice for Black
a dynamic choice for Black
a solid response to 1.e4
gptkbp:is_countered_by various White responses
gptkbp:is_favored_by defensive players
gptkbp:is_known_for flexibility in pawn structure
its strategic depth
its counterplay against White's center
gptkbp:is_noted_for its rich tactical possibilities
gptkbp:is_often_accompanied_by Nc6
...e5
...e5 or ... Nf6
gptkbp:is_often_used_in 1.e4 c5
tournament play
intermediate players
club tournaments
club players and professionals alike
the move ... Nf6
gptkbp:is_part_of the repertoire of many players
the Sicilian Defense repertoire
the Sicilian family of openings
the opening repertoire of many grandmasters
gptkbp:is_played_by world champions
gptkbp:is_respected_by top-level players
gptkbp:is_taught_in chess schools
gptkbp:is_used_by club players
gptkbp:is_used_in online chess platforms
gptkbp:is_utilized_by amateur players
gptkbp:is_utilized_in rapid and blitz formats
gptkbp:named_after the Kan variation of the Sicilian Defense
gptkbp:originated_in other Sicilian variations
gptkbp:part_of gptkb:Sicilian_Defense
gptkbp:played_against 1.e4
gptkbp:popularized_by several grandmasters
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Bobby_Fischer
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4