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3. This is the normal pattern your opponent will choose.
4. Again this is a typical move. It may vary slightly. Just remember to not let him get five in a row.
5. If he goes here block between his pieces. *
6. This is an automatic win by now.
7. Continue your three in a row.
8. Make that four in a row.
9. We have a winner.
*6. This is a slight variation from before. Follow steps 1-4. Here he blocks your 3. However continue with the same pattern.
*7. Continue as follows.
*8. Block his move. He will block yours.
9. He will attempt to get 5 in a row. Be patient and continue the strategy.
*10. Now block his move. He will always try this same move.
*11. Now you have set him up. He will try to stop you but it is too late.
*12. Make 4 in a row by going here.
*13. You win again.
This guide isn’t fool proof. There are moves that will occur that will interrupt this strategy but 85% of the time this will work. Once you reach tournament round 11 you are on your own. Good luck! – Sape1080