This is, of course, possible but looks a bit premature.  Instead, White is usually trying to keep the pawn structure in the center  flexible, waiting for a concession.
1. d2d4  1... g8f6  2. c2c4  2... d7d6 A must-win situation for the rating favorite, and Giri avoids the beaten tracks. 3. b1c3  3... b8d7  4. e2e4  4... e7e5  5. g1f3  5... f8e7  6. f1e2  6... e8g8  7. e1g1  7... c7c6 