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The King’s Gambit is a tactical opening, a very tactical opening. This is one reason why the opening was so popular in the past and why the opening is still attractive. Marking the release of my latest Power Play DVD, I look at a couple of recent online games that feature typical tactics arising from this exciting opening.
Many of the puzzles have been selected to suit the repertoire for White that I recommend in my DVD. Not only that, the puzzles are also good exercises to train your calculation skills!
The problem I have found for you is also pretty. It was recently posted on Twitter by the problem expert Brian Gosling, and its artistry appealed to me. White to play and mate in two.
And returning to our main focus of study, what is White’s best move in the following position?
Try your own moves!
Power Play 20: Test Your Attacking Chess
Grandmaster Daniel King presents ten exemplary attacking performances. At key moments he stops and asks you to play a move. King then gives feedback on the most plausible continuations. It’s the next best thing to having your own personal trainer!
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Daniel King is the prolific author of the Power Play series which numbers 28 volumes to date. The Tactic Turbo for the King’s Gambit is the subject of his most recent DVD.
Here’s a teaser:
Power Play 28: Tactic Toolbox King's Gambit
Daniel King presents 50 puzzle positions in video format, all arising from the King's Gambit. They feature typical tactics from the opening, so this is a great way of becoming familiar with the tricks and traps that you can set your opponent.
