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Hamppe-Allgaier Gambit

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Example Game vs Example Game

Hamppe-Allgaier Gambit

1860
Illustrative Game
Intermediate

The first World Champion demonstrates aggressive play in the Vienna Opening with Nxf7.

Result: 1-0 - White has a strong attack

Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.

Reveal position every
26 moves

Key Moments

  • #13Nxf7! Knight sacrifice exposes the king
  • #21Bc4 - White develops with pressure on the exposed king
  • #25e5! White's central pawn advances menacingly