Benoni
The Benoni (1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5) is for players who want to fight. White has a space advantage, but Black has active piece play and clear plans. It is risky but avoids boring draws.
Key Variations
Mastering the Benoni requires understanding these critical lines. Our repertoire includes 3 curated variations designed to give you a solid foundation.
Modern Benoni
Imbalanced structure.
Modern Benoni
c5 and e6 creating dynamic play.
Modern Benoni
Imbalanced chaos.
Why learn this?
- Improve your opening win rate with top engine lines.
- Understand the "Why" behind moves with detailed explanations.
- Memory drills using Spaced Repetition (SRS).
History
Benoni means 'Son of Sorrow' in Hebrew. The Modern Benoni surfaced in the mid-20th century as a way to unbalance the game instantly against d4.
Play Style
Sharp and unbalanced. Black creates a Queenside pawn majority and uses the fianchettoed bishop to pressure the long diagonal, while White attacks in the center.
Famous Players
Note
This content is part of the ChessBotBuddies specific repertoire for the Benoni. Lines may theoretically differ from other sources but are chosen for practical playability.