Horwitz Defense: Zilbermints Gambit
ECO: A40Flank Openings1.d4 e6 2.c4 e5
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About the Horwitz Defense: Zilbermints Gambit
The Horwitz Defense: Zilbermints Gambit is a line of the Horwitz Defense, catalogued under ECO code A40 in the Flank Openings section of the Encyclopaedia of Chess Openings.
It arises after 1.d4 e6 2.c4 e5, with Black playing the move that gives the line its name.
The Horwitz Defense has 2 named lines in our opening book; the ones closest to this position are listed below.