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Van't Kruijs Opening

The Van't Kruijs Opening (ECO A00) is a chess opening that begins 1. e3.

Van't Kruijs Opening — after 1. e3

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 Gambit1. e3 e5 2. Nc3 d5 3. f4 exf4 4. Nf3 (A00)
  • Bouncing Bishop Variation1. 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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