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D52

Queen's Gambit Declined

Key moves: 1.d4 d5 2.c4 e6 3.Nc3 Nf6 4.Bg5

The classical Queen's Gambit Declined with Bg5 is one of the most important chess openings. White pins the knight, creating pressure on the d5 pawn. Black must choose between several major defensive setups.

History & Notable Players

The backbone of classical chess. Featured in virtually every World Championship match from Steinitz to Carlsen.

Top Players in this Opening

Alekhine, Alexander24 gamesMamedyarov,S20 gamesCarlsen,M15 gamesDuda,J15 gamesGrischuk,A15 gamesEuwe, Max13 gamesNavara,D12 gamesJussupow, Artur10 gamesCapablanca, Jose Raul9 gamesIvanchuk, Vassily9 games

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