Blackburne Shilling Gambit
Amateur vs Joseph Blackburne
Blackburne Shilling Gambit
1880
London (Simultaneous)
BeginnerA classic trap where the knight sacrifice on d4 leads to a stunning smothered mate.
Result: 0-1 - Checkmate by Black
Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.
Reveal position every
14 moves
Key Moments
- #5Nd4! - Black's knight creates threats
- #9Qxg2! The queen infiltrates
- #13Nf3# - Beautiful smothered mate!