Bauer: Der immergrüne Philidor Strategie whilst the Modern follows 1

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I started doing extensive analysis of the ensuing rich positions from a very young age

Bauer: Der immergrüne Philidor Strategie whilst the Modern follows 1The Philidor Defence has a long history. When it first appeared, at a time when theory (almost) didn't exist, tactically gifted players often succeeded with an early (and dubious) f5 advance (3 f5). Another suspect line (3 exd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6) arises when Black moves to d4 and fianchettos his king's bishop. The Antoshin Line (3 exd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 Be7 6. Bc4 0 0) is more reliable. Despite its passive appearance, it can lead to lively games,