The Elephant Gambit (1.e4.e5 2.Nf3 d5!?) Let us list the advantages of playing this particular opening: 1) Shock value 2) It is very aggressive. It's a perfect opening for young players and club players to adopt. Let Andrew Martin select a repertoire for you on this 60 mins, which, if used with discretion, will rack up the points. I am sure that you will enjoy this unusual tour of the Elephant Gambit.