Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack

1.e4 c6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 cxd5 4.c4

ECO B13

The Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack is a chess opening line in the Caro-Kann Defense complex, reached after 1.e4 c6 2.d4 d5 3.exd5 cxd5 4.c4.

It is catalogued under code B13 in the Encyclopaedia of Chess Openings (ECO).

The defining move c4 is chosen by White on move 4.

4 named continuations branch from this position, including the Gunderam Attack and the Modern Defense.

Named variations

• Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Gunderam Attack — ECO B13
• Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Modern Defense — ECO B13
• Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Fianchetto Defense — ECO B14
• Caro-Kann Defense: Panov Attack, Main Line — ECO B14

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