"Instead of the usual d5, the player opts for e5. It succeeds by accepting a slightly lower evaluation to surprise the opponent. This move exerts pressure on d4 and f4."
The move e5 signals the Van't Kruijs Opening, 1...e5, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Plans should focus on how to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Open Center. With a draw rate of 38%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at -0.09.
Also known as: Van Kruijs, Van't Kruijs Opening
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