Black's most challenging early reply: 4...Qb6 hits b2 and the d4 pawn simultaneously, forcing White to find an accurate response. The mainline 5.Nc3 Bd7 6.Na4 chases the queen and creates a sharp tactical battle around the queenside pawns.
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You (White)
Your move - play White's next move
ProgressMove 1 of 8
Move Sequence
1.d4d5
2.Bf4c5
3.e3Nc6
4.Nf3Qb6
5.Nc3Bd7
6.Na4Qa5+
7.c3cxd4
8.b4
Current linevs ...Qb6
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