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Nirgun Keval vs. Kothari Pranit - 1st Konde Memorial 2025 1-0

In the 1st Konde Memorial 2025 tournament on 2025.02.02, White's move Bc3+ was a strategic choice made by Nirgun Keval. This move allowed White to put pressure on Black's position without immediately committing to a specific attack or defense. By forcing Black to respond to the knight, White gained control over the center of the board and created an opportunity for further development. As Black responds to the knight, they are forced to devote resources to defending against White's potential threats, which gives White a tempo advantage in the opening stages of the game. The bishop on c3 also develops nicely, setting up White for active play in the middlegame or even endgame.
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[Date "2025.02.02"]