What is the Benko Gambit?

The Benko Gambit is a chess opening with a rich history and distinct strategic ideas. ChessTerra has 119 instructional videos covering every aspect of the Benko Gambit, from move-order basics to grandmaster-level theory.

How do I learn the Benko Gambit?

The best way to learn the Benko Gambit is to study instructional videos from strong players and grandmasters. ChessTerra provides 119 free videos on the Benko Gambit, organised by skill level from beginner to GM level.

Is the Benko Gambit good for beginners?

Many players learn the Benko Gambit at the beginner level because its core ideas are accessible and widely applicable. ChessTerra has beginner, intermediate, and advanced video collections to suit any level.

What are the main variations of the Benko Gambit?

The Benko Gambit has several important variations and sub-lines. ChessTerra's video library covers all major lines, with dedicated opening guide articles for in-depth study.

Which grandmasters play the Benko Gambit?

Many world-class grandmasters have championed the Benko Gambit throughout history and at the modern elite level. ChessTerra's 119 videos include games and analysis from GothamChess, Hikaru Nakamura, Agadmator, Daniel Naroditsky, and more.

Opening: Benko Gambit

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ECO A57You play Black

Defining moves1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5

Main line1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.cxb5 a6 5.bxa6 g6 6.Nc3 Bxa6 7.e4 Bxf1 8.Kxf1 d6 9.g3

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Key variations

Benko Gambit Accepted 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.cxb5 a6
Fully Accepted Variation 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.cxb5 a6 5.bxa6
Zaitsev System 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.cxb5 a6 5.Nc3
Zaitsev Variation, Nescafe Frappe Attack 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.cxb5 a6 5.Nc3 axb5 6.e4 b4 7.Nb5
Bishop Attack 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.Bg5
Hjørring Countergambit 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.e4
Main Line 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.Nf3
Pseudo-Sämisch 1.d4 Nf6 2.c4 c5 3.d5 b5 4.f3