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ShapeProblem4
    Keywords: Shape, Problem

In the game MigeruVsAlexWeldon we encounter the following position in the left top corner

[Diagram]
In the game

Black played ikken tobi B1, which is never bad, and the following variation followed. Now black faces a difficult choice. Which connection to choose?

But what is the root of the problem? W2 and W4 turned out to be good and though white's shape is not the best yet, it is improving rapidly.


[Diagram]
Black first to take the shape point

Black's intention to separate the white groups is good. But what is the shape? Which move does it efficiently?

I have realized this right now, looking through the game. I often play "standard" moves such as ikken tobi without thinking. And quite often I have a feeling that this is not the best way to play.

So, I decided to post this as a problem. The solution was not obvious to me at the first glance (though I knew what Ishida recommended in a slightly different position).

HolIgor



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