Almaamari , Zainab Darwish vs. Anoud Eisa Bashkardi - UAE Women 1/2-1/2

In a game from the UAE Women event on July 10, 2024, player Anoud Eisa Bashkardi, controlling the black pieces, executed the move Nc3 against Zainab Darwish. This move presents a material threat by attacking an opponent's piece. It also enhances the knight's influence by centralizing it on a key square. By occupying an important outpost, the knight asserts control over critical areas of the board. However, it does expose itself to potential displacement by a white pawn or piece. While the move defends another piece indirectly, it misses an opportunity for a more secure protection of a vulnerable piece elsewhere on the board. This development move aims to activate the knight for more aggressive play, potentially setting up future tactical opportunities on the board.