White's most aggressive approach, advancing four pawns in the center. Black must strike back quickly before White's center becomes overwhelming. Sharp tactical battles ensue.
Move Sequence
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 g6 3. Nc3 Bg7 4. e4 d6 5. f4 O-O 6. Nf3 c5 7. d5 e6 8. Be2 exd5 9. cxd5 Bg4
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