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C63

Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense

Key moves: 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5

The Ruy Lopez is one of the oldest and most classic chess openings. White develops the bishop to b5, putting indirect pressure on the e5 pawn through the knight on c6. It leads to rich strategic positions with deep plans for both sides.

History & Notable Players

Named after the 16th-century Spanish priest Ruy López de Segura. It has been a cornerstone of chess opening theory for over 500 years and remains one of the most popular openings at all levels.

Top Players in this Opening

Shirov,A41 gamesRadjabov,T24 gamesKamsky,G14 gamesSvidler,P12 gamesAronian,L12 gamesCarlsen,M11 gamesFirouzja,Alireza9 gamesAdams,Mi8 gamesAnand,V8 gamesAbdusattorov,Nodirbek8 games

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