Looking at the current board state, placing my O at position (1,0) creates a strong threat in the left column. This move sets up a potential vertical win, as I already have an O at the top-left (0,0). If my opponent doesn't block at (2,0) in their next turn, I can win by completing the vertical line in the left column. 

Even if my opponent blocks this threat at (2,0), I would still have other possibilities to explore in my subsequent turns. This move gives me the best chance to create a winning scenario while forcing my opponent to play defensively rather than developing their own threats.