Trompowsky Attack: Edge Variation, Hergert Gambit

The Trompowsky Attack: Edge Variation, Hergert Gambit is an aggressive chess opening that aims to quickly develop pieces and create tactical opportunities.

1. d4 2. Nf6 3. Bg5 4. Ne4 5. Bh4 6. d5 7. f3 8. Nf6 9. Nc3 10. Bf5 11. e4

The Trompowsky Attack: Edge Variation, Hergert Gambit is a dynamic and aggressive chess opening that starts with the moves d4 Nf6 Bg5. By placing the bishop on g5, White aims to disrupt Black's pawn structure and provoke weaknesses in their position. Black's response with Ne4 challenges White's bishop, leading to a tactical skirmish.

After Bh4, White avoids exchanging the bishops and instead focuses on further development. Black continues with d5, solidifying their central pawn structure. White then plays f3, attacking the knight on e4 and forcing it to retreat. Black's knight moves to f6, defending the e4 pawn and preparing to develop the other pieces.

White follows up with Nc3, reinforcing the control over the central squares and preparing to castle. Black opts for Bf5, developing the bishop and preparing to castle as well. White then plays e4, aiming to open up the center and gain more space.

In this opening, White sacrifices a pawn to gain a lead in development and create tactical opportunities. The position becomes highly dynamic, with both sides having chances for aggressive play. It requires accurate calculation and tactical awareness from both players.

The Trompowsky Attack: Edge Variation, Hergert Gambit is a lesser-known opening, which can catch unprepared opponents off guard and lead to exciting and unbalanced positions. It is suitable for players who enjoy sharp and tactical battles right from the opening moves.

Frequency: 0.3 %Stockfish score: 0.2, depth 20
Games Statistics:
White/Draws/Black
41.7%
25%
33.3%
Bookmoves score:
RateWhiteBlack
0...1800--
1800...2000--
2000...220051.948.1
2200...250052.347.7
2500...52.647.4