The Queen’s Gambit: Build a Strong Centre
Learn the Queen’s Gambit Declined and avoid the Elephant Trap.
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Remember Chess Pins as you look at 1.d4 d5 2.c4, the Queen’s Gambit’s challenge to Black’s centre. White often develops Nc3 and Bg5, then supports the centre with e3.
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Remember Chess Pins as you look at 1.d4 d5 2.c4, the Queen’s Gambit’s challenge to Black’s centre. White often develops Nc3 and Bg5, then supports the centre with e3.
In the Elephant Trap, ...Bb4+ can win the queen after White grabs on d5. Check the full exchange before trusting a pinned piece.