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.
King's Indian Attack: Double Fianchetto begins with the moves 1. Nf3 d5 2. g3 g6. This setup features White developing the knight to f3 and preparing to fianchetto both bishops by playing g3 and Bg2, while Black mirrors the fianchetto structure.
Characteristic: This opening is characterized by White’s flexible, hypermodern approach, focusing on solid piece development and control of the long diagonals via the double fianchetto. It avoids early direct contact in the center, opting instead for a patient buildup.
Attacking or Defensive: When played by White, this opening is generally considered more positional and strategic rather than outright attacking. White aims for a strong, resilient setup from which attacking opportunities can arise later. Black’s symmetrical setup similarly prepares a solid and flexible stance.
Center Control: The King's Indian Attack with double fianchetto does not immediately contest the center with pawns but aims to control it indirectly using the long-range bishops and knights. This approach allows White to respond to Black’s central actions dynamically.
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