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The side that controls the four squares in the middle of the chessboard tends to have an overwhelming advantage, for it is difficult for an opponent to undertake any successful action.
Max Euwe & Walter Meiden, The Road To Chess Mastery
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The centre is the most important part of the board because, from it, there is the prospect of moving the pieces quickly in all directions, whenever necessary. Richard Réti, Modern Ideas In Chess
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