Van't Kruijs Opening
The Van't Kruijs Opening (ECO A00) is a chess opening that begins 1. e3.
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The main line
The Van't Kruijs Opening is reached by 1. e3 (ECO A00). It's one of 5 named lines under this opening in the book.
Named variations (2)
- Keoni-Hiva Gambit —
1. e3 e5 2. Nc3 d5 3. f4 exf4 4. Nf3(A00) - Bouncing Bishop Variation —
1. e3 e5 2. Bc4 b5 3. Bb3(A00)
Analyze the Van't Kruijs Opening
Play through this opening on the free analysis board, or review one of your own gamesto see how accurately you handled it — every move classified, with the engine's best line on each mistake.
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