Editing Latvian Gambit (section)

===3.d3===
This passive move does not promise White any advantage. After 3...Nc6 4.Nc3 Nf6 5.exf5 d5, Black is okay. Alternatively, 3...d6 4.Nc3 Nf6 5.g3 Be7 6.Bg2 is also considered a prudent defense by Black.<ref>Kosten 2001, pp. 217-218.</ref>
Black's best response is 3...Nc6.

Sample continuation #1 4.Nc3 Nc6 5.exf5 d5

Sample continuation #2 4.Nc3 Nc6 5.Bg5 Bb4 6.exf5 d5 7.a3 Bxc3+ 8.bxc3 Bxf5

<em>Assessment</em>: Normal position that is comparable to several other openings. White has a weak pawn structure but the bishop pair. However, this is a tough advantage to prove, since White's light-squared bishop is restricted.