1.d4 — the closed and Indian games
Queen's Gambit Accepted
1.d4 d5 2.c4 dxc4ECO D20–D29
Black takes the c4-pawn, conceding the centre for quick, free development and clear play. White regains the pawn and builds a broad centre; Black strikes back with …c5 and …e5 breaks.
Key ideas
- Black doesn't try to hold the extra pawn — …e6 and …c5 hit White's centre instead.
- White plays e3, Bxc4 and O-O, then aims for e4 with a strong pawn centre.
- The freed light-squared bishop (…b5, …Bb7 or …Bg4) is a key part of Black's easy development.
Who it suits
Players who want a sound, less-theoretical answer to the Queen's Gambit with active piece play.
Add it to your repertoire.
Drill the Queen's Gambit Accepted move by move against the board until it's second nature.
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