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I played 1.a3 2.b4 in the pub last night. I can't remember how it ended but i probably lost! :oops: Interesting way of gaining early queenside expansion ;) I’ve played 1.e4 for the last 3 years, but I’ve come to the conclusion there is just too much theory to study. Lately I’ve started going ...

I personally prefer 1. d4 but I also like 1. e4 but the sicillian tends to be a nightmare to face, what does everyone else like to open with as white?

The French defence reloaded by Vitigov is the best !