Queens Gambit

The Queen’s Gambit is probably the most

popular gambit and although most gambits are said to be unsound against perfect
play the queen’s gambit is said to be the exception. After 1. d4 1…d5, white stakes
claim to center control by playing 2. c4. The objective of the queen’s gambit is to
temporarily sacrifice a pawn to gain control of the e5 square.
If black accepts the gambit 2…dxc4 white should reply 3. e3 which not only gives
the d4 pawn an extra defender but also frees up the bishop to attack and regain
the pawn. Black will have a hard time holding onto the pawn after 3…b5 4. a4 c6 5.
axb5 cxb5 6. Qf3. In the Queen’s Gambit accepted line, white is able to gain a
center presence, good attacking chances and his pawn on d4 threatens to
advance. Black will have to concede his pawn on c4 and focus on counter
attacking white’s advances. This is why the queen’s gambit is not considered to be
a true gambit. There are many different variations for black if he chooses to decline
the gambit.
The video will focus on many of these variations. This is one of the most popular
openings because of its attacking prowess. White will be attacking and it will be up
to black to defend correctly. If you enjoy putting constant pressure on your
opponent then the queen’s gambit is a perfect opening for you. Watch the video
below to watch more detailed explanations of the opening, multiple variations, and
extended lines.