"Instead of the standard Bc5, the player opts for Qc7. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move brings the Queen out early."
The move Qc7 signals the Sicilian: Kan, 5.Bd3 Qc7, guiding the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Plans should focus on how to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..
Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 32%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +1.15.
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