Rapport-Jobava System (variation 2)
This opening is characterized by a flexible pawn structure and rapid development of pieces, aiming to control the center and prepare for a strong middlegame.
1. d4 2. d5 3. Nc3 4. Nf6 5. Bf4 6. e6---
The opening begins with a pawn move to d4, followed by the opponent mirroring with d5. White then plays Nc3, developing a knight and preparing to support the center with e4. Black responds with Nf6, contesting the center and preparing for kingside development. White then plays Bf4, aiming to control the e5 square and potentially fianchetto the bishop. Black continues with e6, solidifying the pawn structure and preparing for further development. This opening allows for a variety of pawn breaks and piece maneuvers, providing both players with opportunities for active play and strategic maneuvering. It is a relatively uncommon opening, but can lead to dynamic and unbalanced positions where both sides have chances for an advantage. Players of all levels can experiment with this opening to surprise their opponents and explore new strategic ideas in their games.
| Rate | White | Black |
|---|---|---|
| 0...1800 | 56.8 | 59.4 |
| 1800...2000 | 56.9 | 57.5 |
| 2000...2200 | 56.9 | 56.6 |
| 2200...2500 | 56.2 | 52.9 |
| 2500... | 53.1 | 50.3 |
