ECO code: D00
Opening Name: Trompowsky: 2...d5 3.Bxf6 gxf6 4.e3
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. Bg5 d5 3. Bxf6 gxf6 4. e3
Description: This variation of the Trompowsky Attack features an early exchange on f6, where White voluntarily gives up the bishop for Black’s knight. Black recaptures with the g-pawn, leading to a somewhat unbalanced pawn structure with doubled f-pawns. White’s fourth move, e3, supports the center and prepares to develop the dark-squared bishop.
Characteristic: The hallmark of this line is Black’s acceptance of structural damage in exchange for the bishop pair and central presence. The doubled f-pawns can be a long-term weakness, but they also open the g-file for potential rook activity. White aims to exploit these structural issues while maintaining solid central control.
Attacking or Defensive: From White’s perspective, this line is moderately attacking, targeting Black’s compromised pawn structure and aiming for pressure on the kingside. Black’s setup is generally more defensive initially, seeking to consolidate the position and leverage dynamic chances from the bishop pair and central pawns.
Center Control: This opening does engage with the center. Black’s move 2...d5 stakes a claim in the center, and White’s 4.e3 supports the d4-pawn and prepares to develop pieces behind a solid central pawn structure. The fight for central control is a key theme in this variation.
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 puzzles and train your tactics with real positions from games that used the Trompowsky: 2...d5 3.Bxf6 gxf6 4.e3, and sharpen your opening mastery.
Puzzle 1 of 2 - Move #10 white