Openings

Caro-Kann Defense: Exchange Variation

1.e4 c6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5

In this variation of the Caro-Kann, White deals with the threat to take on e4 by capturing himself on d5. Later they continue with simple development - i.e. 4.Bd3 - rather than 4.c4 (which would be the Panov-Botvinnik attack).

Pros:

  • Simple
  • Easy to understand

Cons:

  • Gives Black less problems than other lines
  • Drawish

Famous Practitioners: Bobby Fischer

Lesson

Learn The Caro-Kann Defense

Learn the main lines and key ideas for both sides in the Caro-Kann Defense.
30 min
10 Challenges
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