The Blackmar: Diemer Gambit Tactics White sacrifices a pawn in

White sacrifices a pawn in return for a strong initiative which tests Black's defensive capabilities to the limit

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The Blackmar: Diemer Gambit Tactics White sacrifices a pawn inThe Blackmar Diemer Gambit is a dangerous attacking opening which has amassed a cult following a loyal band of supporters like no other in chess. White sacrifices a pawn in return for a strong initiative which tests Black's defensive capabilities to the limit. Some experts have questioned its objective soundness but there's no doubting its effectiveness over the board, where pressure and a ticking clock often mean it's impossible to find the right