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Queen's Gambit Declined: Baltic DefenseInitial Position
After 1.d4 d5 2.c4 Bf5, Black enters the Baltic Defense, developing the light-squared bishop outside the pawn chain before playing e6. This unorthodox approach aims to create active piece play and avoid the typical closed positions of the Queen's Gambit Declined. Black prepares for flexible development and tactical opportunities.
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