Queen's Gambit Declined - D'Costa / Murphy "E04" Besides his incessant ability to

Besides his incessant ability to make deep combinations

Set weight: 40 oz

Black’s setup might appear somewhat passive

space advantage and king safety

Recognize when it's time to attack and when it's crucial to defend

Queen's Gambit Declined - D'Costa / Murphy "E04" Besides his incessant ability toThe Queens Gambit Declined (known as the 'QGD') is the "Mr. Reliable" of responses to 1. d4. A favorite of many of the world champions, both past and present, its reputation has never been called into question. After the moves 1. d4 d5 2. c4 e6 black sets up a solid center and plays in a classical style; intending simple development, and quick castling to maintain central control. The QGD is a favorite of both club and professional players alike, due