Best response to the Trompowsky Attack (A45)

Q: What is the best response to the Trompowsky Attack?

The main response is e6, reaching the Trompowsky Attack: Classical Defense.

1. d4 Nf6 2. Bg5 · Black to move

What is the best response to the Trompowsky Attack (1. d4 Nf6 2. Bg5)? Black to move. See the top replies ranked by opening theory and real-game results, starting with e6.

The main theoretical reply is e6, reaching the Trompowsky Attack: Classical Defense.

Ranked replies for Black

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