Benko Gambit: Mutkin Countergambit
ECO A57 ยท Benko Gambit
The Benko Gambit: Mutkin Countergambit (A57) is a chess opening in the Benko Gambit family, played by Black. It arises after the moves 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 b5 4. g4.
Moves: 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 b5 4. g4
About this opening
The Mutkin Countergambit (4.g4) answers the Benko with a bold wing counter-thrust: instead of classically accepting or declining, White pushes g4 to grab kingside space and fix the f-pawn. The idea is sharp but weakens White's position; Black has immediate counterplay. It is a rare and risky line, to be used with full awareness.