Chess Opening Theory/1. e4/1...e5/2. Nf3/2...Nf6/3. Nxe5/3...d6
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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation(FEN)
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Petrov Defence
White's choice is limited. The main line suggests to retreat knight by playing 4. Nf3.
White can also try the Cochrane Gambit : 4. Nxf7, a dangerous line for both players.
Theory table
For explanation of theory tables see theory table and for notation see algebraic notation.
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nf6 3. Nxe5 d6
| 4 | ||
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| Main line | Nf3 - |
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| Cochrane Gambit | Nxf7 - |
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References
- Batsford Chess Openings 2 (1989, 1994). Garry Kasparov, Raymond Keene. ISBN 0-8050-3409-9.
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