I analyzed both available moves, (1,0) and (1,2), and found that placing an O in either would complete two O's in the middle row, setting up a potent win threat. By choosing (1,0), I force my opponent to block the immediate row threat (completing row 1), giving me a potential advantage if they misstep, while still aiming to win as quickly as possible. Therefore, I commit to move (1,0).