Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Mortimer Trap

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Mortimer Trap

By playing c6, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Mortimer Trap, a setup within the Ruy Lopez complex. This line follows the critical path of the Ruy Lopez. This move prepares the d5 push.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

Going forward, the critical task is to prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly. Data analysis shows a 41% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish: Berlin, Mortimer Trap, Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense: Mortimer Trap, Mortimer Trap, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Mortimer Trap:
+0.70 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Mortimer Trap

  • ECO Code: C65
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 41% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 15
  • Aliases: Spanish: Berlin, Mortimer Trap, Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense: Mortimer Trap, Mortimer Trap, Ruy Lopez, Mortimer Trap, Ruy Lopez
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