MIDDLEGAME TIPS: tip005
* An attack on the wing is best met by play in the centre.
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OPENING TIPS: tip046
ByDJCAmove them to their best squares in one move if you can, and also
MIDDLEGAME TIPS: tip057
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MIDDLEGAME TIPS: tip106
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