nagano wrote:Interesting... I actually thought about that, but was uncertain if it was better to push first or not. What is the rationale of pushing first rather than waiting? It seems to decrease Black's options, as well as his ability to access the center.
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on your variation there is no guarantee that white will answer 'a' so there is a chance white might play that point.
but if you push before connection it is impossible not to answer.
you are restricting white's option of tenuki or other answer by finalizing the shape.
on my variation below cutting point at 'a' is deadly so white must answer.
and still weak point on 'b' so black can extend to c
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