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Smith-Morra Gambit:
A Comprehensive Guide
Discover the strategic nuances of the Smith-Morra Gambit, a dynamic chess opening favored by tactical enthusiasts.
Learn why fearless players embrace this aggressive approach to the Sicilian Defense.
- Thrive on sharp, tactical battles
- Dictate the pace of the game
- Catch opponents off guard and navigate unfamiliar territory
- Say goodbye to dull pawn structures
- It offers endless possibilities for excitement and growth
Smith-Morra Gambit Wikipedia Page
General Info About this Opening
1.e4 c5 2.d4 cxd4 3.c3 dxc3 4.Nxc3
Smith Morra Gambit Articles
Explore insightful articles and comprehensive guides on the Smith-Morra Gambit and Learn strategies, mainlines, and effective counterplay against this aggressive Sicilian Defense approach.
- The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black - Chessable Blog -Delve into this comprehensive guide on the Smith-Morra Gambit, covering strategies for both White and Black. Explore model games, step-by-step instructions, and effective countering techniques for mastering this dynamic chess opening.
- Smith Morra Gambit - Amazingly solid gambit! - IM Alberto Chueca - This article offers an in-depth analysis of the Smith-Morra Gambit, showcasing its popularity and solidity. Gain insights into mainline strategies, key plans, and tactical ideas, along with sample games to help you master the Smith-Morra Gambit effectively.
- Smith-Morra Gambit: Complete Guide - The Chess World - Uncover the secrets of the Smith-Morra Gambit with this detailed guide. Featuring strategic plans, tactical traps, and an embedded 44-minute video with GM Kriszian Szabo, this resource provides everything you need to understand and play this aggressive opening.
- Smith Morra Gambit Article - Simplify Chess Guide -Explore the world of the Smith-Morra Gambit, a powerful opening strategy against the Sicilian Defense. Dive into its core theory, key variations, and strategic ideas to capitalize on tactical opportunities and dominate your opponent from the very start.
- A Bust to the Smith-Morra Gambit - Learn how to counter the Smith-Morra Gambit with this USCF Theory article. Discover effective strategies for neutralizing this aggressive opening and turning the tables on your opponent by playing smarter, defensive moves.
Books (Free Download)
The Smith Morra Gambit Part 1 - 22 Page (PDF) - Download this free Smith Morra Gambit guide to learn key strategies, tactics, and traps for mastering this aggressive chess opening. Perfect for players wanting to improve their gambit play and overall chess strategy.
Blogs
The Smith-Morra Gambit opening for White & Black - In-depth Opening Guide on Chessable Blog - Learn the ins and outs of the Smith-Morra Gambit, an aggressive opening for White against the Sicilian Defense. This guide covers key lines, including the Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted and Declined, tactics, traps, and strategies for both players. Perfect for those seeking a fast, tactical approach to the Sicilian.
GM Boris Altermans Blog ( Morra Gambit Lessons)
Morra Gambit Pt 1
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Smith-Morra Gambit Blog - Key Strategies & Insights - Explore this blog dedicated to the Smith-Morra Gambit, featuring valuable analysis, strategies, and tips for both White and Black. Delve into historical insights and tactical ideas that will enhance your understanding of this aggressive Sicilian opening.
Smith-Morra Gambit LiChess Studies
A collection of resources to help you master the Smith-Morra Gambit, featuring two essential Lichess studies.
- Smith-Morra Gambit - This is the Listudy page (Practice The opening here and Links to 2 Lichess Studys)
- Smith Morra by GM Moulthun Ly - 11 Chapter Study
An in-depth study by GM Moulthun Ly, covering the Smith-Morra Gambit with detailed analysis and strategies. (294 hearts) - Learn Chess Openings Deeply - Smith Morra - 29 Chapters
A comprehensive, super in-depth study with 29 chapters, designed to teach the Smith-Morra Gambit at a deep level (149 hearts)
Annotated Smith-Morra Gambit Games
- Kolenbet - Schipkov, B. [B21] - Annotated by B. Schipkov
A detailed annotated game between Kolenbet and Schipkov, exploring the Smith-Morra Gambit (B21) with expert commentary by B. Schipkov.
- Smith-Morra Gambit Games List
Explore over 40 Smith-Morra Gambit games played by legends like Fischer and Tal. Learn from these top-level encounters (Viewable Online).
Chessgames.com
- Sicilian Defense, 2.f4 and 2.d4 (B21)
A collection of 23 annotated games focusing on the Smith-Morra Gambit and key Sicilian Defense variations (B21).
Smith-Morra Video Lessons
- The Smith-Morra Gambit Lecture by GM Ben Finegold - 45 Min - GM Ben Finegold discusses the Smith-Morra Gambit and how it is rarely seen at the Grandmaster level, it remains a strong opening for white and the benefits of the Smith-Morra Gambit against the Sicilian Defense. W/ a lesson and Analysis of 3 High level Master Games.
- Smith-Morra Gambit -¸Sicilian Defense Theory - 19 Min - Hanging pawns - discusses common mistakes and pitfalls that Smith-Morra Gambit for beginners' players should avoid when playing this opening.
- The Ultimate Guide To The Smith Morra Gambit - 54 Min Anna Crammling - a comprehensive tutorial on the Smith Morra Gambit, an aggressive opening for White against the Sicilian Defense, provides a detailed explanation of the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.
- How to Win Quickly with the Smith-Morra Gambit! - GM Denes Boros - 21 Min - explains how you can win with the Smith-Morra Gambit in less than 20 moves, featuring a beautiful Queen sacrifice by Tal.
- Smith–Morra Gambit | Interesting Ideas & Plans - 19 Min - In this video lesson, the RCA guest coach IM Mat Kolosowski talks about one of the most popular chess openings, the Smith–Morra Gambit (also called as the Morra Gambit) from the Sicilian Defence.
GM Moulthun Le
- Secrets of the Smith Morra Gambit | - 51 Min GM Moulthun - It's one of my favourite gambits against the Sicilian Defense and here I will share with you my complete repertoire and best strategies for Smith-Morra Gambit as well as some advanced Smith-Morra Gambit techniques
- Smith Morra Main Line Update | GM Moulthun Ly - 15 Min - I will go through an update on a popular line played in the Smith-Morra Gambit which I didn't get to cover in the main one.
Chess traps in the Smith-Morra Gambit
- A Deadly Chess Trap in The Smith Morra Gambit!! - 7 Min - IM Miodrag Pernuvic
- 8 Deadly Smith Morra Gambit Traps - 6 Min
- Smith-Morra Gambit, Sicilian Defense Theory, Traps - 21 Min - GM Igor Smirnov - You'll learn the common setup for White, typical ideas, and some top chess tactics in Smith-Morra Gambit and how to play the Smith-Morra Gambit. GM Smirnov will also show you an interesting trap that Black can use against White, which ends the game in just a few moves.
Dealing w/ Anti- Sicilians
How to counter the Smith-Morra Gambit
How to counter the Smith-Morra Gambit
- Dealing with Anti-Sicilians #1 and deconstructing the Morra - Understanding Your Openings #1 - 30 Mins (The Why's of Openings) IM Andreas Toth - we look at how to deal with Anti-Sicilians, specifically the 2. b4 gambit lines, as well as take a closer look at the Morra gambit.
- How to Beat The Smith-Morra Gambit!! - 16 Min IM Miodrag Perunovic - detailed explanation of strategies and moves that black can employ to gain an advantage against Smith-Morra Gambit players.
- How to crush the Smith-Morra Gambit? Traps and Tricks - 18 Min
- Dirty Chess Tricks 40 (Munching the Morra Gambit) - 18 Min
Smith-Morra Game Videos w/Analysis
Playlists
- Sicilian Defence: Smith-Morra Gambit - 220 Video Playlist - Kingcrusher - From Famous Games , to blitz Games and all in-between and chess openings that lead to tactical play.
- Naroditsky - Sicilian - Smith Mora - 16 Video Playlist - GM Naroditsky (Treasure Trove of Games w/ great analysis and instruction.)
Analyze this Smith-Morra Game! - GM Yasser Seirawan - 36 Min - St.Louis CC - Grandmaster Yasser Seirawan reviews a 1700 rated game in the classroom. Some say that the Smith-Morra has been refuted, but it's still fun to play in the Club. Watch this game and find out why.
Sicilian Defence, Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted - 45 Min - Chess network - explains the key ideas and strategies behind the Smith-Morra Gambit, including the importance of controlling the d5 square
Battling the Smith Morra Gambit | Classical Chess - 38 Min IM Rosen - Eric Rosen explains the key ideas and strategies behind the Smith Morra Gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.
Drop The Hammer | (Smith-Morra Gambit) - 38 Min -IM John Bartholomew - a detailed explanation of the key ideas and strategies behind this gambit, including various traps and tactical motifs that can arise from it.
Smith Morra Gambit Great Prep | Mosadeghpour vs Alekseenko - 13 Min GM Moulthun - analysis of a Smith Morra Gambit game played between two talented young players at the 2016 World Juniors. GM Moulthun Ly provides an in-depth look at an interesting line in the Smith Morra Gambit that he didn't cover in his main video on the opening.
Smith Morra Gambits Only - 34 Min GM Nakamura - GMHikaru features a viewer arena where players can only play from the aggressive Smith-Morra Gambit opening.
Mikhail Tal crushes Sicilian Defence with Smith-Morra - 11 Min - Kingscrusher
PGN Game Downloads
Smith-Morra Games PGN - 2150 games (U of Pitt Archive)