60. Winawer Defence in French Defence

Winawer Defence Sub Group (B05.056.FR – B05.093.FR) is one of the sharpest and most dynamic replies in the French Defence arsenal. It begins with 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 Bb4, immediately challenging White’s center and aiming to provoke imbalances that can lead to rich, double-edged battles.

This MICOS Sub Group explores openings where Black voluntarily gives up the bishop pair to damage White’s pawn structure and seize counterplay. From wild attacking the Poisoned Pawn to deeply strategic maneuvering in quieter systems, the Winawer offers tremendous depth and variety.

This is an opening for players who want to fight for the initiative with Black and aren’t afraid to enter razor-sharp positions. Ideal for training tactical vision, long-term planning and complex calculation skills, the Winawer Defence rewards courage and preparation.

Step into the Winawer and turn the French Defence into a weapon of counterattack.

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