"Deviating from the popular English (a5), this line chooses Be7. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop."
The move Be7 signals the English: Kramnik-Shirov, 3.Nd5 Be7, guiding the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 35%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at -0.12.
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