Opening · Grünfeld · D97

Russian · as Black

Against 5.Qb3, hold d5 until you’re ready to take on c4.

Russian Grünfeld. Qb3 hits d5. Black often gives the pawn and castles. Play the Black side.

Take on c4, then e4. Don't leave the queen hanging out forever.

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