ECO code: A45
Opening Name: Trompowsky 2...g6
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. Bg5 g6
FEN: rnbqkb1r/pppppp1p/5np1/6B1/3P4/8/PPP1PPPP/RN1QKBNR w KQkq - 0 3
The move 2...g6 in the Trompowsky Attack signals Black’s intention to fianchetto the dark-squared bishop, aiming to exert long-range pressure along the diagonal and reinforce control over the central dark squares, especially d5. This setup is characteristic of a hypermodern approach where Black allows White to occupy the center initially, planning to challenge or undermine it later.
From Black’s perspective, the move is both defensive and preparatory. It supports the knight on f6 and prepares to contest White’s center with moves like ...d6 or ...c5. For White, the early bishop sortie to g5 is inherently attacking, aiming to pin the knight and disrupt Black’s kingside development.
Regarding control of the center, Black’s 2...g6 does not immediately challenge the center with pawns but rather focuses on controlling it indirectly with pieces, particularly the fianchettoed bishop. White, meanwhile, holds a more direct claim to the center with the d4 pawn and potential follow-ups.
This opening is defined by the position shown on the board below. The moves displayed are a typical sequence that leads to it, but different sequences can reach the same position and still carry the same opening name.
Practice a selection of puzzles from real positions in games that used the Trompowsky 2...g6, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 6 - Move #8 black
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