The Budapest Gambit: A Swashbuckling Chess Adventure A51 - A52

  

The Budapest Gambit (Defense )
 A Comprehensive Resource

Intrigued by aggressive chess openings? Look no further than the Budapest Gambit, a daring gambit that injects excitement into your games from move one. This guide equips you with everything you need to master this dynamic opening, whether you're wielding White's central pawn control or wielding Black's potent piece play.

What is the Budapest Gambit?

With the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5, Black sacrifices a pawn for rapid development and attacking chances. This gambit has allured enterprising players for decades, offering sharp, unbalanced battles that test your tactical skills and strategic vision.

Why Play the Budapest Gambit?

• Surprise your opponent: The Budapest Gambit is less common than other Queen's pawn openings, giving you an edge in preparation.
• Sharp and attacking play: If you crave dynamic positions, the Budapest Gambit delivers! Black enjoys active piece play and excellent attacking prospects.
• Deep strategic possibilities: Despite the early pawn sacrifice, the Budapest Gambit offers rich strategic opportunities for both sides.
  
  

Wikipedia Page 
(Sizable amount of Info Here covering this Gambit)

A51 Sub-variants:     Budapest defense declined

Budapest defense declined                 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5

Budapest, Fajarowicz variation           1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ne4

Budapest, Fajarowicz, Steiner variation   1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ne4 4. Qc2

 

A52 Sub-variants:    Budapest Defense Accepted

Budapest Defence                          1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4

Budapest, Adler variation             1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 4. Nf3

Budapest, Rubinstein variation   1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 4. Bf4

Budapest, Alekhine variation        1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 4. e4

Budapest, Alekhine, Abonyi variation    1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 4. e4 Nxe5 5. f4 Nec6

Budapest, Alekhine variation, Balogh gambit   1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 4. e4 d6

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Books & Courses (Free)

Internet Archive

• Budapest Gambit by Otto Borik; - 109 page PDF - A comprehensive exploration of the Budapest Gambit. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, Borik's insights will equip you to understand the opening's key concepts, variations, and strategic ideas.
  
  
• The Budapest Fajarowicz: The Fajarowicz-Richter Gambit in Action by Lev Gutman - 289 Page PDF - Delve deeper into the Fajarowicz variation with this in-depth book. Gutman analyzes key games and critical positions, helping you master this exciting line of the Budapest Gambit.

 

Free Chessable Course 

Short & Sweet: Budapest Gambit -FM Kamil Plichta - Learn 25 Lines w/ 78 Min Video - use movetrainer to practice them. Ideal starter repertoire on the fearsome and fun Budapest Gambit. He took the essential knowledge from the repertoire, then boiled it down to just 25 core lines and 1 hour and 18 minutes of newbie-friendly video instruction.

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Budapest Gambit Articles

The Budapest Gambit ignites dynamic battles on the chessboard, and a wealth of articles await you to explore its intricacies.

Beginner-Friendly Resources:

• The Budapest Gambit - This guide by Simplify Chess delves into the opening with move-by-move explanations, making it easy to grasp the Budapest Gambit's core concepts. Learn about the three main variations and start building your understanding.
  
  
• Chess Opening Basics: The Budapest Gambit - Chessable Blog Article - This article provides a solid introduction to the Budapest Gambit, outlining the basic opening moves and offering a general overview for beginner players.

Intermediate & Advanced Resources:

• Budapest Gambit – Chess Opening Guide (for White & Black) - Chessable Blog Guide (Nicely Done) - Take a deeper dive with this Chessable Blog Guide! It explores variations, strategic plans, and model games, equipping you with a more comprehensive understanding of the Budapest Gambit.
  
  
• The Budapest Gambit: Fearless Chess Players Wanted - ichess.net Guide - in-depth w/embedded Video - Very In-Depth Guide (Archived in Wayback Machine) This in-depth guide, archived on the Wayback Machine, offers a comprehensive exploration of the Budapest Gambit with an embedded video for enhanced learning.
  
  
• Svitlana's Smart Moves - The Budapest Gambit - Gain insights from WIM Svitlana Demchenko in this ChessBase article featuring a 23-minute video.
  

Additional Note:

• Refutation of the Budapest Gambit -  Gm Alex Colovic -  Short Article Talking about the easiest way to defuse this Gambit. This short article discusses ways to counter the Budapest Gambit. It can be a helpful tool for players facing the Budapest Gambit as White.

 

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PUZZLES and TRAPS

Sharpen Your Budapest Gambit Skills

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Budapest Gambit A52 - 82 Puzzles 

LiChess Opening Puzzles

Indian Defense- Budapest Defence - 3928 Puzzles - Challenge yourself with a vast pool of puzzles on LiChess, encompassing all variations of the Budapest Gambit. This is a fantastic resource to continuously improve your overall tactical awareness in the opening.
 

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Budapest Gambit Lichess Studies

LiChess Studies offer an interactive playground to delve into the Budapest Gambit's intricacies. Here are some exceptional studies curated to guide you through the opening's complexities:

• Budapest Gambit - Interactive: - 21 Chapter Interactive Study (600 Hearts) - In-Depth with bunches of the lines accepted and declined w/ 5 model games.
  
  
• The Budapest Gambit  - 8 Chapter Study (240 Hearts) Another well done short study. Great overview of the Gambit w/ section on how Engines play it.
  
  
• Budapest Gambit Games - 29 Chapter Study  (All Games)
  
  
• Budapest Gambit, Games by Masters - 6 Chapter Study (Heavily Annotated games)
  

New to Lichess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge.

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Games Databases

Game databases are invaluable resources for studying the Budapest Gambit in action. Here are some prominent platforms to explore:

Chessgames.com

Budapest Gambit (A51) 1 d4 Nf6 2 c4 e5 - 418 games (Budapest Gambit Declined)

 Budapest Gambit (A52) 1 d4 Nf6 2 c4 e5 3 dxe5 Ng4 - 1597 Games  (Budapest Gambit Accepted)

Budapest Gambit (A51-A52) - 3 Annotated Games
 

365Chess.com

A51: Budapest defence declined 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 - 9600 Games 

 A52: Budapest defence 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 e5 3. dxe5 Ng4 - 6900 games 

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Budapest Gambit Video Lessons

Learn the Budapest Gambit from some of the best chess educators and channels with these comprehensive video lessons:

 

St. Louis Chess Club

• Exploring d4 | Budapest Gambit - GM Yasser Seirawan - 32 Min - A lecture exploring the opening choice d4 including the Budapest Gambit.
  
  
• The Budapest Gambit | Chess Openings Explained - 61 Min - National Master Julian Proleiko goes over the Budapest Gambit, a defense against 1.d4. Lines are explored from least to most popular.
  
  
• Obscure 1.d4 Openings #2: Budapest & Benko Gambits - GM Varuzhan Akobian - 30 Min - Var Akobian teaches the kids two more obscure openings from 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4: the Budapest Gambit and the Benko Gambit .

 

The Budapest Gambit · Chess Openings - 37 min Hanging Pawns - is quite a positional opening, in which pawn breaks are the most important factor. 

Simon Williams - The Exciting Budapest Gambit - 32 Min

How to play the Budapest Gambit | Main Ideas and Plans | Gambits | IM Andrey Ostrovskiy - 16 Min

Gambit a Pawn for Aggressive Piece Play! - GM James Plaskett - 11 Min - Talks about the main lines where Black always gets active piece play and compensation for the pawn being sacrificed early in the game.

I made the Budapest Gambit 100x MORE AGGRESSIVE - 43 Min - FM William Graif - Crazy, crazy, crazy sacrifices in this new chess opening variation of the Budapest Gambit! How to Play the Budapest Gambit | Grandmaster Repertoire - 20 Min - GM Moulton Li - recommendations in the Budapest Gambit.

Opening Basics #51: Budapest gambit - 37 Min - Jims Chess Channel - A comprehensive guide to the Budapest Gambit. It explores various lines and strategies, including the Adler and Rubinstein variations, and highlights the importance of piece activity and pawn structure. It also analyzes historical and modern games, demonstrating tactical ideas and common pitfalls in the gambit.

Boris Altermans Gambit Guide (Budapest Gambit) 
  Part 1 - 35 Min  ,   Part 2 - 28 Min,    Part 3 - 33 Min
 

IM Miodrag Perunovic

• Chess Openings: Aggressive Budapest Gambit for Black!! 4.Bf4 - 37 Min
• Fajarowicz Gambit - A little-known Tactical Powerhouse to Dominate 1.d4 - 40 Min
• Aggressive Budapest Gambit for Black!! - Sidelines Concluded - 20 Min
• Fajarowicz variation | Chess Opening for Black - Ideas & Traps - 20 Min
• Aggressive Budapest Gambit for Black!! - 4.Nf3 - 23 Min

 

Budapest Gambit Traps

Opening Traps #3: Kieninger Trap with Jonathan Schrantz - 5 Min

Simple and Deadly Traps in the Budapest Gambit - 15 Min

Budapest Gambit Traps: Tricks to Win Fast | Best Checkmate Moves, Strategy & Ideas - 7 Min

5 Best Chess Opening Traps in the Budapest Gambit - 10 Min

Even More Tricks and Traps in the Budapest Gambit - 20 Min IM Rosen

9 CRUSHING Budapest Gambit Traps - 5 Min

 

Budapest Declined The Wandering King Trap - 4 Min

Budapest Declined Relative Pin Trap - 3 Min

Budapest - Opening Up the Floodgates - 3 min

Budapest - Hanging in Budapest - 3 Min

Budapest - The Fajorowitz Theme Trap - 3 Min

Budapest Fajorowitz - The Passing Fad Trap - 2 Min

Budapest Fajorowitz - The Clammy Sammy Trap - 4 Min

Budapest Fajorowitz - The Faj Queen Trap - 5 Min

Budapest - Another Hungary Black Trap - 3 Min

Budapest Hungary Horses - 3 Min

Budapest - White Holds the Pawn - 5 Min

Budapest - The Black Pawn Overload - 3 Min

Budapest - Queen on the Run - 4 Min

Budapest - Family Fork - 3Min

Budapest The Pest Control Trap 3 min

Budapest - Finally Winning a Piece 5 Min

Budapest The Poisonous Bait Trap - 3 min

Budapest Knights Fork Tango - 4 Min

Budapest Kieninger Trap - 3 Min

Budapest - Glutton for Punishment - 3 Min

Budapest - Unsound But Only Natural - 3 Min

 
Budapest Gambit Game Videos (w/ Analysis)

Playlists

• Budapest Gambit  - 9 Video Playlist - IM Eric Rosen
• Budapest Gambit - Chess Opening - 35 Video Playlist - kingscrusher

Game Videos

Beating the Budapest Gambit | Blitz Game - 7 Min  (Model game Against Budapest)

Budapest Gambit: Attacking with Geometry - 7 Min IM Rosen

A Brilliant Budapest Gambit - Rubinstein vs. Vidmar - 15 Min

Chess Master Blitz...Fajarowicz Gambit as Black!! - 31 Mins  (Several Games)

Crush Your Opponents With The Evil Budapest Gambit - PROchess League - 10 Min

Longer Chess Games #51 A Lesson in the Budapest Gambit - 62 Min -Ginger GM

"The greatest compliment one can pay to the player of a gambit
 is to accept it." - Emanuel Lasker

Mastering the Bird's Opening (Dutch Attack) A02-A03 ️

 

Soar with the Bird Opening !

The Bird's Opening is a chess opening that begins with the moves 1. f4.

 It is named after the English player Henry Edward Bird, who was a strong player in the 19th century and popularized this opening.

Black has a number of options for responding to 1.f4, including the King's Indian Defense with 1...g6, the Dutch Defense with 1...f5, and the Grunfeld Defense with 1...d5.
The Bird's Opening can lead to sharp, tactical positions, and is a good choice for players who enjoy attacking play and complex tactical scenarios.

Bird's is a standard flank opening. White's strategic ideas involve control of the e5-square, offering good attacking chances at the expense of slightly weakening their own king side.

Birds Opening Wikipedia Page

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Books or Courses (FREE)

The Classical Bird for Club Players  -  FREE Chessable Course
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(Really In-Depth Course for Club Players, Bird Puzzles, Opening Lines, Middle-game Plans, Really Substantive for a FREE COURSE.)   NEW !!

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Bird's Opening BLOGS

 

L'ouverture Bird - A French Blog Dedicated to the Bird Opening (Turn on google translate in browser )

How to Play Bird’s Opening - Chessable Blog Article -  Detailed Opening Guide

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Bird's Opening Chess Articles

Swiss Gambit  1.f4 f5 2.e4 fxe4 3.d3. - Article from The Gambit Chess Player with Games

From's Gambit - Page From Chess Gambit Blog  (If there is a Gambit it is Probably here)

Bird’s Opening: Perfect for Shaking Things Up  -  Large ichess Guide w/embedded Video

Play The Unusual Bird Opening - Main lines, Plans, Sample games  - IM Alberto Chueca

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Bird's Opening LiChess Studies

New to Lichess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge.

• Bird's Opening : Complete Guide [EN]: Classical Bird : Theory - 12 Chapter (299 Hearts)
  
  
• The Bird Opening: 14 Games - All Annotated Famous Games
  
  
• From's Gambit - Extensive Study - 21 Chapter Study
  
  
• Learning From's Gambit - 19 Chapter Interactive Study To Practice Traps
  
  
• Bird Opening: Practice (Extra) - 18 Chapter Interactive Study (Different Lines)
  
  
• How To Play Bird's Opening: Essential Lines and Entertaining Novelties: From's Gambit: Langheld Gambit - 57 Chapter Study (Really Well Done and in-depth lines, Gambits and Games !!)
  
  (Vous pouvez accéder à cette étude en français : lichess.org/study/u57gvekJ)

 

LISTUDY  - (Learn and Practice the openings here with the movetrainer)

Bird's opening   -   10 lines to practice here
Bird's Opening  - 54 Lines to Practice

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Birds Opening Games Databases

Chessgames.com

Bird's Opening (A02) - 2536 Games 
Bird's Opening (A03) - 1565 Games
Bird's Opening (A02-A03)  - 32 Annotated games

 

 365Chess.com

A02: Bird's opening 1. f4 - 20777 Games (Broken into Subvarients)

A03: Bird's opening 1. f4 d5 - 10040 Games (Broken into Subvarinets)

A03: Bird's opening 1. f4 d5 - 10040 Games (Broken into Subvarinets)

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 Bird's Opening Chess Video Lessons

Playlists

• The Bird's Opening Series - Chess Giant 8 Videos -  70 Mins
  
  
• Bird's Opening Speedrun - GM Eric Hansen - 10 Video Playlist - 10 hrs

BIRD CRASH COURSE - 21 Min - GM Raven -  In-depth guide to the Bird’s Opening, a less common but strategically rich opening move (1. f4). The presenter discusses the opening’s history, key ideas, and responses to various black moves. Covers multiple lines and strategies, including dealing with the From’s Gambit. (New - 5/31/24)

Raven takes Kevin to Bird School - 68 Min - GM Raven - GM teaches Amateur the Bird Opening (New - 5/31/24)

Live Stream: Learn Bird's Opening (1.f4!) with IM Valeri Lilov - 40 Min - a look at Bird's Opening, the pros and cons, and the main lines and ideas you need to keep in mind if you decide to venture into this somewhat dubious territory.


Reddit Opening Week 03 2016 Black vs 1 f4 Bird Opening - 21 Min IM Sielecki - a comprehensive guide on how to play against the Bird Opening (1 f4) in chess, specifically focusing on strategies for Black. It discusses various responses to the Bird Opening, including the From’s Gambit (e5)

The Bird's Opening: A very aggressive one! - GM Roman Dzindzichashvili - 12 Min

Bird's Opening: Simple And Dangerous - 11 Min -  NM Robert Ramirez - Game play w/ Analysis
Bird's Opening Got Me To 2500 | Chess Lesson # 176 - 37 Min NM Robert Ramirez - 8 Games w/ Analysis vs. 2400 + Rated players

From's Gambit -  1...e5!?

Bishops Bounty From's Gambit Page - Articles, LiChess Studies, Games, Video Lessons  

Chess Tips: Crush Annoying Bird's Opening with From's Gambit!! - 24 Min
Secret Chess Openings 3: The From's Gambit - Complete Repertoire - 22 Min
From's Anti Bird Gambit - 20 min
From's Gambit - 38 Min

Bird Opening Game Video (W/Analysis)

Bird's Opening  - 27 Video Playlist - kingscrusher
Bird's Opening  -  20 Video Playlist  - Chess School  (Famous Games)

Quest to 3000 with the BIRD - 8 Video Playlist - GM  Raven  (15 Hours)

Bird's Opening Speedrun - 12 Video Playlist - GM Eric Hansen (Over 9 Hrs  400 - 2600 Rating) (Really Nice Series)

Titled Tuesday with the Bird Opening! - 1.5 hr - GM Raven  (New - 5/31/24)
GM PECKS in BIRD Opening | TITLED TUESDAY - 1.5 hr - GM Raven

Magnus Carlsen Chess game example - 11 Min
You Can Use This Trick Successfully When Playing Bird's Opening - 5 min
Standard Chess #146: guanjun vs. IM Bartholomew (Bird's Opening) - 37 Min
I Played Bird's Opening VS Gata Kamsky And What❓ - 10 Min  NM Robert Ramirez

IM Sielecki (All these Videos w/ live Comments)
Blitz Chess #4271 vs GM Jesper L Karlsson Bird Opening Black - 6 Min IM Sielecki
Blitz Chess #4085 vs GM Jesper L Karlsson Bird Opening Black - 13 Min
Blitz Chess #3576 vs IM inmortal Bird Opening Black - 11 Min
Blitz Chess #3543 vs IM G Llanos AjedrezHoy Bird Opening Black - 10 Min
Blitz Chess #2769 Bird Opening vs IM igor D Strauss with Black - 13 Min
Rapid Chess #246 vs EdBed Bird Opening White - 25 Min
Blitz Chess #1 - Bird Opening vs GM Hikaru Nakamura (b loss) - 10 Min
Blitz Chess #2715 Bird Polar Bear vs GM Jedimaster White Offbeat Week - 13 Min

 

 

 

Sicilian Defense Dragon Variation , Yugoslav Attack (B75 - B79)

"Face your dragons and your dreams will take flight."

 

The Yugoslav Attack
 Unleashing the Dragon Slayer in Sicilian Chess

The Yugoslav Attack is one of the most aggressive and popular responses to the Sicilian Dragon Variation. It is characterized by a series of moves that set up a powerful kingside attack for White. The key elements of the Yugoslav Attack include:

1. White's kingside fianchetto with 6.Be3: This move prepares to support a pawn storm on the kingside.
2. The pawn move 7.f3: This move supports the center and prepares for a kingside pawn push.
3. The queen move 8.Qd2: This move sets up for queenside castling and connects the rooks.
4. Queenside castling (0-0-0): Usually occurring on move 10, this move places the king on the queenside, allowing White to launch a full-scale attack on the kingside.
   
   

 The key idea behind the Yugoslav Attack
 is White's aggressive setup with opposite-side castling, aiming for a kingside attack while Black typically seeks counterplay on the queenside.

Key Ideas and Plans

• White's Strategy: White aims to launch a powerful kingside attack, often involving moves like h4-h5, g4, and Bh6 to open lines against Black's king. The move 9.Bc4 places the bishop on a strong diagonal, targeting the f7 square and preventing Black from playing ...d5 easily.
• Black's Counterplay: Black typically seeks counterplay on the queenside, often involving moves like ...a6, ...b5, and ...Rc8. The fianchettoed bishop on g7 plays a crucial role in defending the king and exerting pressure on the center and queenside.

Main Line Continuations

1. 9...Bd7 10. O-O-O Rc8: This is one of the main lines where Black develops the rook to the open c-file, preparing to counter-attack on the queenside. White usually continues with 11.Bb3 to avoid the discovered attack on the bishop.
2. 9...Bd7 10. O-O-O Qa5: Another popular line where Black immediately pressures the queenside. White typically responds with 11.Bb3, and the game can proceed with moves like 11...Rfc8 and 12.h4 Ne5.

Conclusion

The Yugoslav Attack in the Sicilian Dragon is a highly theoretical and sharp line, requiring both sides to be well-prepared. White's aggressive intentions are met with Black's solid defensive resources and counter-attacking chances, making it a rich and complex battleground

WIKIPEDIA PAGE
Sicilian Defence, Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, 9.Bc4

• B75 5.Nc3 g6 6.Be3 Bg7 7.f3 (Yugoslav Attack)

• B76 5.Nc3 g6 6.Be3 Bg7 7.f3 0-0

• B77 5.Nc3 g6 6.Be3 Bg7 7.f3 0-0 8.Qd2 Nc6 9.Bc4

• B78 5.Nc3 g6 6.Be3 Bg7 7.f3 0-0 8.Qd2 Nc6 9.Bc4 Bd7 10.0-0-0

• B79 5.Nc3 g6 6.Be3 Bg7 7.f3 0-0 8.Qd2 Nc6 9.Bc4 Bd7 10.0-0-0 Qa5 11.Bb3 Rfc8 12.h4

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Yugoslav Attack Articles

Delve into the theory, history, and key variations of the Yugoslav Attack.

Fire on the board: The Yugoslav Attack in the Sicilian Dragon - WGM Raluca Sgîrcea, IM Renier Castellanos - Intro and discussion of the Attack with 3 annotated Games showing how Black can defeat this variation.

Sicilian Dragon: Black’s Fantastic Win Against the Yugoslav Attack - Article w/ 13 Min Embedded Video and ideas for Black  - Remote Chess Academy

Destroy Your Rivals: Chess Yugoslav Attack! - Im Aberto Chueca - Main variations and Ideas for White and Black

Karpov and the Yugoslav Attack in Sicilian Dragon - Chess.com Article - Karpov vs. Kortchnoi   Candidates 1974 (finale)

Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack, Modern Line - ragchess- Opening Guide for Main Line

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Games DataBases

Analyze real-life games featuring the Halasz Gambit and see how it's played in practice.

Chessgames.com

Sicilian, Dragon, Yugoslav Attack (B77) - 1340 Games

365Chess.com

• B75: Sicilian, dragon, Yugoslav attack 1. e4 c5 2. Nf3 d6 3. d4 cxd4 4. Nxd4 Nf6 5. Nc3 g6 6. Be3 Bg7 7. f3 - 19,725 Games 
  
  
• B76 : Sicilian, dragon, Yugoslav attack, 7...O-O - 12,224 games (2 Sub-Variations)
  
  
• B77: Sicilian, dragon, Yugoslav attack, 9.Bc4 - over 9000 Games (Broken into 3 Subvariations) 
  
  
• B78 : Sicilian, dragon, Yugoslav attack, 10.O-O-O - 6115 games
• B79 : Sicilian, dragon, Yugoslav attack, 12.h4 - 679 Games

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Yugoslav Attack LiChess Studies

Explore interactive training tools to solidify your understanding of the opening's concepts.

SicilianDragon/Yugoslav Attack: Variations Overview - 10 Chapter Study - Theory on different Variations.

Yugoslav Attack - Variations - 12 Chapter Study  (top of Page) - Main Lines, old Lines and drawing Lines with very In-depth Analysis and explanations.

New to LiChess Studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move. You can test your understanding, solidify your learning, and deepen your knowledge of the Yugoslav Attack.

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Puzzles

Test your tactical skills with puzzles specifically designed for the Yugoslav Attack.

'Tactics in the Sicilian' series - 13 chess puzzles from the Sicilian, Dragon, Yugoslav Attack (ECO B77)

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Sicilian Yugoslav Attack Video Lessons

Sicilian Dragon (part 1), Yugoslav Attack | Sicilian Defense Theory - 31 Min - Hanging Pawns - Going over the most popular variation of the Dragon, the Yugoslav Attack (starting with 6. Be3)

Ultra-Aggressive Sicilian Dragon, Yugoslav Attack - Chess Openings Explained - 45 Min - See two games featuring the Yugoslav Attack, the Dragon's "ultimate test."

The Sicilian Dragon | Yugoslav Attack | Motifs and Strategies | Chess Openings -28 Min IM Astaneh - The main lines of the Yugoslav Attack in the Sicilian Dragon, which is not just the mainline for white against the Sicilian Dragon, but it is the toughest challenge for Sicilian Dragon players to face.

Sicilian Dragon Variation Plans and Pawn Structure, Yugoslav Attack (Chess Openings) - 17 Min - Mostly about the Sicilian dragon plans but with a section about the most dangerous setup for white, the Yugoslav attack.

Sicilian Dragon - Yugoslav Attack Theoretical Developments (Reddit OOTW Updated) - 77 Min -  The DEEPEST dive possible into all of the hottest new tech in the Yugoslav Attack variation of the Sicilian Dragon.

Chess Openings Abridged #1: Sicilian Defense: Dragon Variation; Yugoslav Attack - 6 Min - Video Below - A new abridged format! Nick Risko introduces the ideas of chess openings quickly, so you can use them right away. (New 6/22/2024)

Yugoslav Attack Game Videos (W/analysis)

Karpov vs. Korchnoi | Candidates Final 1974 - GM Ben Finegold - 45 Min (Game 1 Yugoslav Attack)
Winning after 18 moves with the Yugoslav Attack | Tal vs Sviridov - 10 Min IM  Astaneh
Yu Yangyi Destroys Sicilian Dragon With Yugoslav Attack - 3 Min
Waiting Game Against the Sicilian Dragon Yugoslav Attack | Rapid Game - 21 Min
Monstrous YUGOSLAV ATTACK! -Stockfish 14 vs Leela C Zero - Dragon Sicilian-Yugoslav Attack Main Line - 20 Min
Sicilian Dragon: Black’s Fantastic Win Against the Yugoslav Attack - 13 Min
MVL vs Nakamura Dragon Variation, Yugoslav Attack - 13 Min
Anatoly Karpov vs Evgeny Gik - Moscow 1968 - Sicilian Defense: Dragon (B77) - 7 Min
Bobby Fischer slayed the Sicilian Dragon - vs Larsen 1958 - 5 min
GM Christopher Ward Amazing Immortal Sicilian Dragon Game - vs Philip Morris - 12 Min
Garry Kasparov vs Jeroen Piket - Tilburg 1989 - Sicilian Defense: Dragon (B77) - 9 Min

RagChess Videos

• The Deadly Yugoslav Attack on the Sicilian Dragon Variation - 15 Min - A game I played in real time of my successful attack on my opponent, shredding his kingside open.
• How to Play the Sicilian Dragon vs the Yugoslav Attack - 16 Min Video - How to play against the Yugoslav, Acc. dragon and Hyper Acc. dragon.
• My Chess Tournaments | Sicilian Dragon Vs Yugoslav Attack | US Amateur East Recap | Game 6 - 14 Min - game recap and analysis

Unlock Sharp Chess! Learn the Exciting Albin Countergambit D08 - D09

 

Unleash the Fury!
Explore the Exciting Albin Countergambit

Seeking an aggressive edge in the Queen's Gambit?

This aggressive approach can be quite effective if played correctly, but it also carries some risks. Black has several ways to respond to the gambit, and navigating these variations requires a good understanding of the opening's strategic themes.

 The Albin Countergambit (1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5) throws tradition out the window, sacrificing a pawn for rapid development and a ferocious kingside attack.  This gambit sacrifices a pawn for rapid development and a ferocious kingside attack, perfect for players who enjoy imbalanced positions and tactical battles. However, wielding this double-edged sword effectively requires a good understanding of its strategic themes and potential pitfalls. 

• Sharp Weapon: Counter the Queen's Gambit with an aggressive pawn sacrifice!
• Dynamic & Unbalanced: Enjoy imbalanced positions and tactical battles? The Albin Countergambit is for you!
• Rapid Development: Get your pieces out quickly and launch a kingside attack!
  
  

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Albin Counter Gambit Articles

• Openings for Tactical Players: Albin Countergambit - (by GM GSerper Blog) - This article delves into the tactical possibilities of the Albin Countergambit, showcasing both classic and modern lines for aggressive players.
  
  
• The Albin Counter Gambit: Morozevich-Mengarini Variation - (Annotated Games) - Explore three highly annotated games featuring Alexander Morozevich, a renowned Albin Countergambit player. Witness his mastery of the opening in action! (Archived page)
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit -by GM Magesh and GM Arun  - Gain insights from Grandmasters Magesh and Arun as they dissect five annotated games, ranging from the play of the old masters to the modern approach of Morozevich.
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit Continued... - by GM Magesh and GM Arun - This article takes a unique perspective, exploring how White can effectively counter the Albin Countergambit itself! Analyze two annotated games featuring strategic responses to the gambit.
  
  
• Wikipedia Page On the Albin  -  This comprehensive Wikipedia entry provides a general history of the Albin Countergambit, outlining its main variations and offering a solid foundation for further exploration.

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Albin LiChess Studies

New to Lichess studies? These interactive tools allow you to explore chess concepts and variations move-by-move, perfect for testing your understanding and deepening your knowledge of the Albin Countergambit.

• 14 High level games Annotated Albin Counter Gambit  -15 Chapter Study - This in-depth study by a strong player features 14 annotated games, some with detailed analysis, providing valuable insights into practical play.
  
  
• Albin Counter-Gambit - 11 Chapter Study -  Explore 8 annotated games in this comprehensive study, gaining valuable strategic and tactical ideas for the Albin Countergambit.
  
  
• Opening - Albin Countergambit - 7 Chapter Study - Delve into two main opening lines for Black against the Albin Countergambit. Additionally, analyze five games played by the renowned Albin Countergambit expert, Alexander Morozevich.
  
  
• How to beat the Albin - 6 chapter Study - Thinking of playing White? This study equips you with strategic guidance by analyzing all of White's common 4th moves against the Albin Countergambit.
  
  
• Against D4. Albin countergambit Part 1 - 23 Chapter Interactive Study - This extensive, well-structured study by a strong player provides model games and explores how Black can effectively counter various White lines after 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5.
  
  
• Albin Traps - Small Study - Sharpen your tactical awareness with this study exploring potential pitfalls for both White and Black in the Albin Countergambit.

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Chess Puzzles 

Sharpen your tactical vision in the Albin Countergambit with these puzzles!

wtharvy.com

QGD, Albin Counter Gambit (ECO D08).   - 9 Chess Puzzles 

LiChess Opening Puzzles

Albin Counter Gambit - 2768 Puzzles - Dive into a massive collection of 2768 Albin Countergambit puzzles, perfect for players of all skill levels. Hone your tactical skills and identify winning opportunities in various Albin Countergambit scenarios.

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Games Databases

Delve into real chess battles featuring the Albin Countergambit to see how top players handle the opening in practice!

Chessgames.com

Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin Counter Gambit (D08) - 660 Games 
QGD: Albin Countergambit-Black wins - 18 games (Collection)

365Chess.com Database

D08: Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin counter-gambit 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e5 - 3500 Games (Broken into 7 Subvariations)

D09: Queen's Gambit Declined, Albin counter-gambit, 5.g3 - 1200 Games

ChessTempo.com

Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin Counter (D08) - 1152 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Modern Line (D08) - 509 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Normal Line (D08) - 1615 games

Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation (D09) - 841 Games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation Be6 Line(D09) - 402 games
Queen's Gambit Refused, Albin , Fianchetto Variation Bg4 Line(D09) - 374 Games

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Albin Counter Gambit Video Lessons

Playlist

• Albin Counter Gambit Theory  - 8 Video Playlist - Jozorov's Chess Channel

CRUSH The Queen's Gambit in 6 Moves: THE ALBIN - 24 Min IM Rosman - Theory w/ 3 Games analyzed

The Albin Counter-Gambit · Chess Openings - 25 Min (Hanging Pawns) - Comprehensive guide to the Albin Counter-Gambit, . Explains the opening’s history, key ideas, and main lines, emphasizing its usefulness for developing tactical skills and dynamic play. He also discusses various responses and strategies for both black and white

Queen's Gambit Part 3: Albin-Counter, Baltic & Chigorin - 45 Min GM Finegold

How to Win in Blitz Chess with The Albin Counter-Gambit!! - 33 Min

Tremendous pressure with The Albin Gambit! - IM Andrew Martin - 25 Min

Albin Counter Gambit with IM Milovan Ratkovic - Exclusive Preview - 25 Min

Crush The Queen's Gambit - An Aggressive Countergambit  -  14 Min - NM Nelson Lopez - in-depth analysis of the Albin Counter Gambit,  It discusses various traps, such as the Lasker Trap, and explores different lines and responses that can arise from this gambit.

Master the Brutal Albin Counter-Gambit - Chess Opening Guide  - 30 Min

Playing Against Albin

• Annoying Openings: How to Beat the Albin Counter Gambit - 16 Min - Chessdawg - easy to remember repertoire to challenge the Albin Counter Gambit.
• How to Easily Defeat The Albin Counter Gambit!! - 20 Min - IM Miodrag Perunovic - a comprehensive guide on how to counter the Albin Counter Gambit in chess. It discusses various strategies, including specific moves and responses to common tactics employed by opponents using this gambit.
  
  
• Crush Albin Counter-Gambit - 33 Min - The Chessworld - a comprehensive guide on how to counter the Albin Counter-Gambit in chess, focusing on strategies from a white player’s perspective.
  
  
• Chess Openings: Who's afraid of the Albin's Countergambit? - 25 Min  - Chessexplained - strategies for white players to counter this gambit, emphasizing the importance of being prepared due to its potential as a practical weapon for black players. The presenter outlines two main approaches for white
  
  
• A Completely Pointless Refutation of the Albin Countergambit - 22 Min - Johnathan Schrantz - a very rare sacrificial line against the Albin Countergambit that some have described as the d4 version of the Nakhmanson Gambit.

Albin Counter Gambit Traps

• Chess Traps #3: Lasker Trap - Albin Counter Gambit - 4 Min
  
  
• Albin Counter Gambit Trick! 22000 fooled and counting! Queen's Gambit opening trap | Beginner traps - 4 Min - NM Nelson Lopez
  
  
• Trap Tuesday - Albin Counter Gambit - 34 Min - In-depth analysis of the Albin Counter Gambit, a chess opening strategy for black against d4. It discusses various traps, particularly the Lasker Trap, and explores different lines and responses that can arise from this gambit. 
  
  
• 4 Best Chess Opening Traps Against The Queen’s Gambit (The Albin + Refutation) -14 Min GM Smirnov - You will learn the practical traps you can use in this opening variation. You will also learn how to refute the Albin Countergambit if you are playing 1.d4 as White.

Albin Counter Gambit Game Videos (w/analysis)

Playlist

• Albin Counter Gambit - Chess Opening - Playlist of 96 Videos - Kingscrusher (All Albin Games Played)

The Albin Counter-Gambit: Morozevich Destroys 💥 Gelfand With This Weapon! - 22 Min GM Alderman

The Albin Counter Gambit according to Alexander Morozevich (career results) - 77 Mins

Longer Chess Games #44 - The Albin Counter Gambit in Action! - 40 Min -Ginger GM

Palm Beach Chess

• Spicy Albin Counter Gambit Live Exploration - 15 Min - 
• Albin Countergambit & Origin - Openings Explorations - 14 Min -
• Albin Countergambit Blitz and Analysis - 12 Min 

Holy Gambit Grail #11: Albin Countergambit   - 12 Min  - Johnathan Schrantz

Standard Chess #96: IM Bartholomew vs. IM Anatoly Sidorov (Albin Countergambit) - 35 Min  - IM John Bartholomew
Blitz Chess #158: IM Bartholomew vs. GM Zablotsky (Albin Counter-Gambit) - 15 Min - IM Bartholomew

PGN Files

470 Games - From Univ. Pitt Archive

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