Black plays 3...Nf6 4.Nxf6+ gxf6 (instead of exf6), accepting doubled pawns for a half-open g-file and dynamic piece play. This less common recapture leads to original positions where Black's active rook on g8 and bishop pair can generate real attacking chances.
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Waiting for White...
ProgressMove 1 of 5
Move Sequence
1.e4c6
2.d4d5
3.Nc3dxe4
4.Nxe4Nf6
5.Nxf6+gxf6
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