Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation

By playing Ne7, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation, a system within the Ruy Lopez complex. This line follows the main path of the Ruy Lopez. This move improves the Knight's scope.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 39% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish: Bird's, Paulsen Variation, Spanish Game, Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation:
+0.61 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation

  • ECO Code: C61
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 39% / B: 27%
  • Moves: 15
  • Aliases: Spanish: Bird's, Paulsen Variation, Spanish Game, Bird Variation, Paulsen Variation, Ruy Lopez, Ruy Lopez: Bird's defence, Paulsen variation, Paulsen Variation, Ruy Lopez
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