Ruy Lopez: Bulgarian Variation

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Bulgarian Variation

By playing a5, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Bulgarian Variation, a system within the Ruy Lopez complex. Diverging from the popular Ruy Lopez (Bb4), this line chooses a5. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a statistically stronger weapon. This move challenges the opponent.

Critical Concepts

  • Focus on maneuvering and wing expansion.
  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Locked Center, Fianchetto

As the position develops, the priority becomes to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Data analysis shows a 44% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish: 3...a5, Spanish Game, Bulgarian Variation, Bulgarian Variation, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Bulgarian Variation:
+1.03 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Bulgarian Variation

  • ECO Code: C60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 44% / B: 23%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: Spanish: 3...a5, Spanish Game, Bulgarian Variation, Bulgarian Variation, Ruy Lopez, Bulgarian Variation, Ruy Lopez
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