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Sicilian Defense: Lasker-Pelikan Variation

Initial Position

Black plays e5 after Nc3, creating active piece play and challenging White's central control. This variation, named after World Champion Emanuel Lasker and grandmaster Anatoly Pelikan, leads to sharp tactical positions.

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