By playing h3, the player enters the Dutch Defense: Korchnoi Attack, a system within the Dutch Defense complex. While Qd3 is the consensus choice, h3 offers a fresh perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent.
The position remains unresolved, requiring precise calculation. Data analysis shows a 45% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.
Also known as: Dutch: Korchnoi Attack, Dutch Defence (without 2.c4 (A84–A99), 2.e4 (A82–A83), 2.g3 (A81)): Korchnoi Attack, Korchnoi's Variation, Dutch
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