A56
Benoni Defense: Weenink Variation
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. dxc5 e6
The Benoni Defense: Weenink Variation is a chess opening classified under ECO code A56. It is reached after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. dxc5 e6.
It belongs to the Benoni Defense family — one of many ways the line can branch. Understanding the parent system’s plans is the fastest way to play this variation well.
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