Chess Opening Theory/1. f4/1...e5/2. g4

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Position in Forsyth-Edwards Notation(FEN)

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Bird Opening

2. g4

This move is a blunder, as it allows the fastest possible checkmate in chess, with Black playing 2...Qh4#. This is a variation of the Fool's Mate.

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