Grob Opening: Keene Defense, Main Line
ECO A00
Move order
1. g4 d5 2. h3 e5 3. Bg2 c6 4. d4 e4 5. c4 Bd6 6. Nc3 Ne7
Ideas
ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. White pushes the g-pawn early, aiming for kingside space at the cost of king safety. This entry tracks a longer branch in the opening tree. Use the diagram and SAN list to recognize the tabiya, then try the line against Maia to explore typical plans in practice.