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Free Online Workshop
Punish the Scandinavian: The Leonhardt Gambit
Learn a Sharp Weapon that Catches Scandinavian Players Off Guard
Sunday Sep 6 | 11 a.m. EDT
FM Viktor Neustroev
Chess Coach & Co-founder
2285 Elo
Chess Coach & Co-founder
2285 Elo
In this session, you’ll learn:
- The key ideas behind the Leonhardt Gambit and why the pawn sacrifice works
- How to punish Black for grabbing the pawn: Rb1, Bb2, and rapid development
- Typical traps and tactical motifs that win the game before move 15
- What to do if Black declines the gambit or returns the pawn
- Model games showing White’s attacking plans in action