C25
Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense: Steinitz Gambit, Paulsen Defense
1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. f4 exf4 4. d4 Qh4+ 5. Ke2 d6
The Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense: Steinitz Gambit, Paulsen Defense is a chess opening classified under ECO code C25. It is reached after the moves 1. e4 e5 2. Nc3 Nc6 3. f4 exf4 4. d4 Qh4+ 5. Ke2 d6.
It belongs to the Vienna Gambit, with Max Lange Defense family — one of many ways the line can branch. Understanding the parent system’s plans is the fastest way to play this variation well.
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