ECO code: B01
Scandinavian Defense: Boehnke Gambit
The Boehnke Gambit arises after the moves 1. e4 d5 2. exd5 e5 3. dxe6 Bxe6. In this line, Black immediately challenges White's central control by offering a pawn sacrifice with 2...e5, aiming to rapidly develop pieces and seize the initiative.
Characteristic: This gambit is notable for Black's aggressive pawn thrust to e5 on the second move, deviating from the more common 2...Nf6 or 2...Qxd5. By sacrificing a pawn early, Black seeks quick piece activity and open lines for their bishops and queen.
Playing style: For Black, this is an attacking approach focused on active piece play rather than solid defense. White, having accepted the pawn, generally adopts a more cautious but solid stance, aiming to consolidate the extra material and counter Black's initiative.
Center control: The opening directly contests the center. Black's early ...e5 challenges White's dominance and attempts to undermine White's pawn structure, making it a battle for central control from the outset.
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 Scandinavian Defense: Boehnke Gambit, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 13 - Move #5 white