Borg Defense
The Borg Defense (ECO A40–B00) is a chess opening that begins 1. e4 g5.
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The main line
The Borg Defense is reached by 1. e4 g5 (ECO B00). It's one of 5 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (3)
- Borg Gambit —
1. d4 g5(A40) - Zilbermints Gambit —
1. e4 g5 2. d4 e5(B00) - Troon Gambit —
1. e4 g5 2. d4 h6 3. h4 g4(B00)
Analyze the Borg Defense
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