5 Common Chess Openings You Should Learn
We all know that openings win matches. But, instead of just placing random pieces on the board, why don't we delve deeper into the different standards of chess openings? Well, in this blog, we will. Written by a TheKnightGeorge from New Zealand.
#1 - Ruy Lopez / Spanish Game
Named after Rodrigo (Ruy) Lopez de Segura, a Spanish bishop who analysed this opening. I am a beginner and use this one the most. To be honest, I did not even know I was using it until now!
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The starting position of the Ruy Lopez is reached after the following moves: 1. e4, e5; 2. Nf3, Nc6; and 3. Bb5.
#2 - Italian Game
Possible one of the most used openings in the whole game, Italian Game opening originated in the 1600s but was more widely used in the 19th century. This opening can lead to aggressive plays, making your game more interesting (and fun!).
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The Italian Game opening can be played by moving: 1. e4, e5; 2. Nf3, Nc6; and 3. Bc4.
#3 - Sicilian Defense
The Sicilian Defense is black's most popular response to e4, especially at higher levels of chess. By playing c5, black immediately fights for the centre and attacks d4.
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Moves: 1. e4, c5
#4 - French Defense
The French Defense (1. e4, e6) concedes central space to white and limits the scope of his king's bishop but prevents tactics against f7 while allowing black to have activity on the queenside and counter-play in the centre.
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After the most typical line of 2. d4, d5, white's "e" pawn is immediately pressured - making this a highly viable and, possibly, underrated opening.
#5 - Caro-Kann Defense
The Caro-Kann is extremely solid but not as dynamic as many of black's other defenses against e4.
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Have you ever used the Caro-Kann Defense?
Have you used any of these 5 most popular opening strategies? Let me know in the comments.
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