C21Open

Center Game

Main Line

1. e4 e5 2. d4 exd4 3. Qxd4

Overview

White recaptures with the queen, gaining a central presence but losing time when the queen is attacked. After 3...Nc6, White must retreat. Rare at top level but can be fun in blitz.

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