"While c4 is the consensus choice, b3 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move prepares a queenside fianchetto."
The move b3 signals the Caro-Kann Defense: Euwe Attack, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Plans should focus on how to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 35%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.95.
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