I'll place my "O" at position (1,0), which is the middle-left position. This is a strategic move for multiple reasons:

1. It blocks my opponent from potentially forming a vertical line in the left column (they already have X at 2,0).
2. It gives me the possibility to create two different winning paths:
   - I can win with a vertical line in the left column if I later place an O at (2,0).
   - I can also set up a potential diagonal win from top-right to bottom-left if I later place an O at (2,2).

By creating these multiple win opportunities, I force my opponent to defend in multiple directions, potentially setting myself up for a winning move in a subsequent turn.