Die Aljechin-Verteidigung für den Turnierspieler CbAccount_required false The emphasis is on understanding

The emphasis is on understanding and applying endgame principles and rules of thumb

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Die Aljechin-Verteidigung für den Turnierspieler CbAccount_required false The emphasis is on understandingThe Alekhine Defense belongs to the group of somewhat underrated openings. This defense, "invented" and regularly used by world champion Alexander Alekhine, offers a number of practical advantages. After 1. e4, Black forces his opponent to play with 1 Nf6 right from the start. Attempts to avoid the Alekhine Defense are harmless. Since the Alekhine Defense is underestimated by many 1. e4 players, they are often not prepared. But you really shouldn't