Conquest,Stuart C vs. Godena,Michele - FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025 1/2-1/2

In the FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025 tournament on 2025.02.20 between Conquest,Stuart C (white) and Godena,Michele (black), a notable move was made by White, playing c3. This move fails to capitalize on potential attacking opportunities, as it doesn't put pressure on Black's position in a decisive manner. Furthermore, it doesn't reveal any hidden threats or weaknesses, leaving Black uncertain about the direction of White's strategy. Additionally, by playing c3, White misses the chance to escape an impending attack from Black's pieces and also fails to force Black into making a defensive move. On the other hand, this move does develop the queen's knight piece for active play in the game.

[Date "2025.02.20"]

[Round "4.2"]
[Event "FIDE WSTC Open 50 2025"]
[White "Conquest,Stuart C"]
[Black "Godena,Michele"]
[Result "1/2-1/2"]
[WhiteElo "2513"]
[BlackElo "2439"]
[TimeControl "60"]
[Site "Prague"]