Zukertort Defense
The Zukertort Defense (ECO A04) is a chess opening that begins 1. Nf3 Nh6 2. d4 g6.
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The main line
The Zukertort Defense is reached by 1. Nf3 Nh6 2. d4 g6 (ECO A04). It's one of 2 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (1)
- Sicilian Knight Variation —
1. Nf3 Na6 2. e4 c5(A04)
Analyze the Zukertort Defense
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