Wang, Freyr vs. Zhou, Jianchao - U.S. Open Championship and State Tournaments of Champions 2024 0-1

In the game between Wang, Freyr (White) and Zhou, Jianchao (Black) at the U.S. Open Championship and State Tournaments of Champions on July 31, 2024, the move d3 was played by White. This move follows a capture, indicating a reactive response to Black's previous play. However, it misses an opportunity to develop a piece, which could have been more advantageous for White’s overall position. Despite this, d3 does contribute to White's development, allowing for more active play by preparing the activation of other pieces and solidifying control over the center.