"Instead of the standard c5, the player opts for b5. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move challenges the opponent."
The move b5 signals the Polish Opening: Symmetrical Variation, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: The position remains unresolved, requiring precise calculation. The focus should be on rapid development.
Structure: The board features a standard setup. With a draw rate of 33%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at -0.11.
Also known as: Irregular Openings: Polish Opening, Symmetrical Variation
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