The Sicilian Defense: Lasker-Dunne Attack (B20) is a distinct Sicilian Defense variation, defined by the move g3. Historically played by Garry Kasparov and Bobby Fischer, this system highlights asymmetrical counter-attacking chances.
Strategic Context: Instead of the usual Qg4, the player opts for g3. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move strengthens the long diagonal control. The focus should be on rapid development.
Next Steps: From here, play typically proceeds with g6, leading into the Sicilian.
Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +0.95), with a high probability of a draw.
Also known as: Sicilian: 2.g3, Steinitz; Tartakower, Lasker-Dunne Variation, Sicilian, Sicilian: Steinitz variation
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