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"Instead of the standard Nd6, the player opts for a6. It succeeds by accepting a riskier evaluation to avoid heavy theory. This move grabs space."
The move a6 signals the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Rosenthal Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Plans should focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure and develop rapidly.
Structure: The board features a Fianchetto. With a draw rate of 35%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.15.
Also known as: Spanish: Open Berlin, Rosenthal Variation, Spanish Game, Berlin Defense, Rosenthal Variation, Ruy Lopez
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