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King's Gambit

White offers the f-pawn for rapid development and attack.

C30–C39intermediateadvancedAbout 15 minutes

Key concepts

  • • initiative
  • • open f-file
  • • king safety

White's plans

  • • Build rapid pressure
  • • Recover f4 when convenient

Black's plans

  • • Consolidate the extra pawn
  • • Counterattack the center
Start

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