Zukertort Opening: Tennison Gambit

ECO A06

Move order

1. e4 d5 2. Nf3

Zukertort Opening: Tennison Gambit (A06)abcdefgh12345678

Ideas

ECO A covers irregular and flank openings—systems that skip the main e4/d4 fight early. White stakes a claim in the center and opens lines for the bishop and queen. The variation is defined by a short, recognizable move order. Use the diagram and SAN list to recognize the tabiya, then try the line against Maia to explore typical plans in practice.

Play this opening against Maia