Chess openings: What is the King’s Gambit?

Take your opening knowledge to the next level with the King’s Gambit!

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King’s Gambit: 3 quick facts

• The King’s Gambit is a daring chess opening that is no longer frequently played at the top levels, although it occasionally pops up in high-stakes speed games.
• A favorite in the 1800s, and played in one of the most famous chess games of all time, the Immortal Game, this opening has since been semi-refuted by modern players and computer analysis.
• This gambit leads to open, tactical positions that are rife with sacrifices and rarely lead to draws.

King’s Gambit: the moves

Here are the moves for the King’s Gambit:

1. e4 e5
2. f4

Play on the wild side

Do you want a wild, exciting game to show off your attacking skills and tactical prowess? Then try the King’s Gambit!

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