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Traxler Counterattack

16 variations · 3 practice sets

The Traxler is a sharp branch of the Italian Game’s Two Knights Defense: 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bc4 Nf6 4.Ng5 Bc5. Black counterattacks with the bishop while White threatens f7. The resulting captures and defenses determine whether Black gains enough attacking chances.

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6 variations · Start at the bottom and follow the branches upward.

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Traxler Counterattack: 6 variations One starting position at the bottom. White and black dots show the side that played each move. Branches join when they reach the same position.

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