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.
King's Gambit
Moves: 1. e4 e5 2. f4
This opening is characterized by White offering a pawn on f4 to divert Black's e5-pawn, aiming to gain rapid development and open lines for an aggressive attack, especially targeting Black's central and kingside squares.
As White, the King's Gambit is a highly attacking opening, seeking immediate initiative and control over the center. Black, if accepting the gambit, must be prepared for sharp play and dynamic counterattacks.
This opening directly challenges the center by undermining Black's pawn on e5 and aiming to dominate central squares quickly.
Practice puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the King's Gambit, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 759 - Move #3 white
You can also discover how top players used King's Gambit to leverage key strategies to secure victories in these classic matchups.