Benko Gambit Accepted (A58)

A58 · Chess Openings Reference Guide
Openings Directory / Benko Gambit Accepted

Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.25

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 40.4% Draws: 29.9% Black Wins: 29.7%

Strategic Overview

The Benko Gambit Accepted (ECO code A58) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 b5 4. cxb5 a6 5. bxa6
UCI Move Path
d2d4 g8f6 c2c4 c7c5 d4d5 b7b5 c4b5 a7a6 b5a6
Repertoire Training

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