In the game between Andrew J. Ledger and Harry Grieve at the British Chess Championship on July 31, 2024, White played Nc3. This move develops the knight for active play and enhances its influence on the board. It forces the opponent to consider a piece move in response, effectively gaining a tempo advantage. However, the move overlooks a potentially better square for the knight, missing the chance to develop it more optimally. It also leaves the knight without defenders, which could lead to a material loss. Additionally, the move misses an opportunity to escape from an attack and fails to reveal an attack on an enemy piece. Despite these drawbacks, the move does add pressure and contributes to White's overall development.
[Date "2024.07.31"]