"Departing from the popular English (d6), this line chooses Bb4. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on the e1-h4 diagonal."
The move Bb4 signals the English: Three Knights, 3...Bb4, steering 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 long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 34%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +1.11.
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