The
Nimzo-Indian 4.e3
by Carsten Hansen
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The
Nimzo-Indian 4.e3 |
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Ever since Nimzowitsch introduced his
flexible, dynamic defence to the queen's pawn, debate has raged over
White's best reply. Many variations have been in and out of fashion, but
one line in particular has proved an enduring weapon - the sound and solid
4 e3 line, known as the Rubinstein Variation. The 4 e3 Nimzo is
extraordinarily rich in strategy. All manner of different central
pawn-structures can arise, such as the blocked centre characteristic of
the Hübner Variation and a variety of IQP positions. Moreover, in some
lines the central tension persists well into the middlegame. The 4 e3
Nimzo provides a stern test of both players' understanding of chess, and
so is an ideal choice for those who are looking to win as either colour.
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