"While dxc4 is the main choice, d4 offers a different perspective. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move directly controls e5 and c5."
The move d4 signals the Réti Opening: Advance Variation, guiding 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 key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 28%, the position is sharp. Engines evaluate it at +0.55.
Also known as: Reti: Advance Variation, Reti Opening: Advance Variation, Réti Opening, proper:Advance Variation
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