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Benoni Defense

The Benoni is Black's most ambitious counter-attack against 1.d4. By playing ...c5, Black immediately creates an asymmetrical pawn structure that gives both sides clear attacking plans. White gets a strong center pawn majority while Black gets queenside counter-play and piece activity. High-risk but extremely rewarding.

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Model Games

Levon Aronian vs Vadim Zvjaginsev

A master-level example of this variation played in 2010.

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Alexander Moiseenko vs Vadim Zvjaginsev

A master-level example of this variation played in 2013.

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Alexandr Shimanov vs Vadim Zvjaginsev

A master-level example of this variation played in 2011.

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