The best initial move for ...

The best initial move for white is 1. P-K4.
 Irving Chernev

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The sign of a great Master is his ability to win a won game quickly and painlessly
 Irving Chernev
Play the move that forces the win in the simplest way. Leave the brilliancies to Alekhine, Keres and Tal.
 Irving Chernev