D80

Grunfeld Defense

1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5

The Grunfeld Defense is a chess opening classified under ECO code D80. It is reached after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 d5.

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