Queen’s Gambit

The Queen’s Gambit is a famous chess opening. It is a well-established and respected by the best chess players. The opening starts with d4(white) d5(black) c4(white). White sacrifices a pawn early in the game to gain central control and quick piece development. While it isn’t technically a gambit as White regains the pawns several moves after, it sets the stage for complex positions. Additionally, this opening leads to many variations, like the London System and the Queen Gambit declined. It is a very popular choice for both amateur and professional levels of chess due to its flexibility and strategic depth.