The King's Indian: 4.Nf3 (E61) is a notable King's Indian Defense variation, marked by the move Nf3. Traditionally favored by Hikaru Nakamura, this system emphasizes kingside pawn storms and hypermodern dynamism.
Strategic Context: Deviating from the common King's Indian (Bf4), this line chooses Nf3. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move exerts pressure on e5 and d4. Plans should focus on how to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure and develop rapidly.
Next Steps: From here, play often proceeds with d6 or O-O, leading into the King's Indian.
Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +0.57), with decisive results likely.
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