Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation
ECO A87 · Dutch Defense · aggressive · intermediate
The Dutch Defense: Leningrad Variation (A87) is a aggressive chess opening in the Dutch Defense family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 g6 4. Bg2 Bg7 5. Nf3. King's Indian style with f5. Aggressive fianchetto. Recommended for intermediate players.
Moves: 1. d4 f5 2. c4 Nf6 3. g3 g6 4. Bg2 Bg7 5. Nf3
About this opening
The Leningrad Variation pairs the Dutch f5 pawn with the ...g6 and ...Bg7 fianchetto, in a spirit close to the King's Indian. Black aims for dynamic kingside play and the freeing ...e5 break. The position is combative and unbalanced, which makes it the most ambitious option of the Dutch. Developed by the Leningrad masters, it appeals to players who play for a win with Black.