"While b3 is the main choice, d4 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move directly controls e5 and c5."
The move d4 signals the Queen's Pawn Game, guiding the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: From here, play typically proceeds with Bg4, leading into the Queen's Pawn Game. 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 38%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +1.41.
Also known as: Reti: 1...d5, Reti Opening, 1... d5
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