Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Larsen Defense
The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Larsen Defense is an aggressive chess opening where White sacrifices a pawn to gain rapid development and attacking chances.
1. e4 2. c5 3. d4 4. cxd4 5. c3 6. dxc3 7. Nxc3 8. Nc6 9. Nf3 10. e6 11. Bc4 12. a6 13. O-O 14. Qc7 15. Qe2 16. Bd6The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Larsen Defense is a sharp and tactical opening for White, characterized by the early pawn sacrifice of c3. By accepting the gambit, Black allows White to gain rapid development and initiative in the center. After the initial pawn exchanges, Black focuses on solidifying their position and preparing for counterplay. The move e6 aims to control the d5 square and restrict White's pawn on d4. Black's subsequent moves involve developing the knight to c6 and bishop to d6, aiming to complete their development and prepare for castling. White, on the other hand, continues with standard development moves, castling kingside, and reinforcing their control over the center. The position becomes strategically complex, with both sides having their own plans and ideas. White aims to exploit their lead in development and open lines for their pieces, while Black seeks to neutralize White's initiative and create counterplay. The Sicilian Defense: Smith-Morra Gambit Accepted, Larsen Defense is a dynamic opening that often leads to tactical battles and requires accurate calculation and positional understanding from both players.
Rate | White | Black |
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0...1800 | - | - |
1800...2000 | 54.6 | 45.4 |
2000...2200 | 47.5 | 52.5 |
2200...2500 | 43.6 | 56.4 |
2500... | - | - |