Looking at the board, I need to make a strategic move. I notice the opponent has two X's in a diagonal line from top-middle (0,1) to center (1,1), with the bottom-left position (2,0) being open. If I don't block this, they could win on their next turn.

Additionally, placing my O at position 2,0 gives me two potential winning paths:
1. Left column: I would have Os at positions 0,0 and 2,0, needing only 1,0 to complete
2. Bottom row: I would have Os at positions 2,0 and 2,1, needing only 2,2 to complete

This creates a fork situation where I have two potential winning lines, improving my chances of winning in subsequent moves. The bottom-left position is my optimal play.