"This line follows the main path of the French Defense. This move controls key diagonals. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives."
The move Bd3 signals the French: Exchange, 4.Nf3 Nf6 5.Bd3, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term 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 31%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +1.05.
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