Originally posted by sundown316
Just because a GM plays a variation does not give that line instant credibility. IMNSHO the Advance line is poor for White for many reasons:it releases the central tension too soon,it gives black free and easy development,and also gives him the possibility of a quick c6-c5 break,opening up the c-file for his rook,and leaving White with a backward,and som ...[text shortened]... lated d pawn. My own win rate,as Black, vs. this crap is around 70%,which is positively obscene.
Hmm, that's a tough one. Do I go with a line played by numerous GM's, or do I take the advice of a 1500 player?! 🙄
