Queen's Gambit
The Queen's Gambit is one of the oldest and most respected openings in chess. It begins with the moves: 1. d4 d5 2. c4 White offers a pawn to gain central control. Black can either accept or decline the gambit.
Counter-Play for Black
- Albin Countergambit: Black responds with 2... e5, aiming for rapid development.
- Tarrasch Defense: Black plays 3... c5, challenging White's center.
- Chigorin Defense: Black develops the knight early with 2... Nc6.
Options for White
- Queen's Gambit Accepted (QGA): Black captures the c4 pawn, leading to dynamic play.
- Queen's Gambit Declined (QGD): Black maintains the central structure with 2... e6.
- Slav Defense: Black plays 2... c6, reinforcing the d5 pawn.