This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
Hungarian Opening: Sicilian Invitation
The Hungarian Opening with the Sicilian Invitation arises after the moves 1. g3 c5. White's 1.g3 is a flexible and somewhat non-committal move, preparing to fianchetto the bishop on g2. This setup aims for long-term control of the long diagonal and solid kingside development.
Characteristic: The move 1.g3 is characteristic for its hypermodern approach, where White invites Black to occupy the center early (here with 1...c5) while planning to undermine it later with pieces rather than immediate pawn strikes.
Attacking or Defensive: For White, this opening is more positional and somewhat defensive, focusing on solid development and control rather than immediate attacks. Black’s 1...c5 is an aggressive attempt to challenge White’s setup and gain space on the queenside. Overall, White adopts a flexible stance, waiting to see how Black commits their center.
Control of the Center: This opening does not immediately contest the center with pawns from White's side; instead, White attacks the center indirectly by fianchettoing the bishop and controlling key squares. Black, meanwhile, stakes a claim in the center with the c5 pawn, typical of the Sicilian Defense structure.
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Puzzle 1 of 10 - Move #4 black
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