Benko Gambit Accepted: Yugoslav (variation 2)

This aggressive gambit opening aims to quickly develop pieces and create pressure on the opponent's position.

1. d4 2. Nf6 3. c4 4. c5 5. d5 6. b5 7. cxb5 8. a6 9. bxa6 10. g6 11. Nc3 12. Bxa6 13. e4 14. Bxf1 15. Kxf1 16. d6 17. Nge2

The opening begins with a series of pawn moves that lead to an imbalanced position, with Black sacrificing material for active piece play and potential attacking chances. By pushing the b-pawn early on, Black aims to create counterplay on the queenside and open up lines for the pieces. White has the option to accept the gambit or decline it, leading to different types of positions. In the accepted variation, White captures the pawn on b5, allowing Black to recapture with the a-pawn and gain a lead in development. Black's pieces quickly spring into action, with the bishop on a6 and the knight on f6 putting pressure on White's position. The central pawns on d6 and e4 provide a solid foundation for Black's pieces, while the fianchettoed bishop on g7 adds to the overall flexibility of Black's position. Both sides have chances for an aggressive game, with potential tactics and dynamic play ahead.

Stockfish score: 0.7, depth 31
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
50.7%
4.5%
44.8%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...180047.552.5
1800...200043.556.9
2000...220052.652.5
2200...250055.552
2500...55.346.3