1.e4 c5 - See Sicilian introduction.
2.c3 - The Alapin. White prepares to build a strong pawn center with d4.
White's plans: Play d4 next move, establish a pawn center. Develop naturally with Nf3, Bd3, O-O.
Black's plans: Challenge the center with ...d5 or ...Nf6. Play ...e6 for a solid setup.
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