The Old Benoni

Defence for white playing D4

https://www.chess.com/forum/view/chess-openings/a-quick-guide-to-the-benoni-defense

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Bad move by white but could be played at beginner levels. Respond with 2…e6 threatening the pawn and gaining control of center

Full moves for winning rook

[Event "Main line"] [White "Main line"] 1. d4 Nf6 2. c4 c5 3. d5 [Event "Old Benoni"] [White "Old Benoni"] 1. d4 c5 2. dxc5 e6 3. b4 a5 4. c3 axb4 5. cxb4 Qf6