Ruy Lopez: Lucena Variation

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Lucena Variation

"Deviating from the popular Ruy Lopez (Bb4), this line chooses Be7. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move activates the Bishop."

The move Be7 signals the Ruy Lopez: Lucena Variation, guiding the game into independent territory.

Trajectory: As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting 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 31%, the position is stable. Engines evaluate it at +0.43.

Also known as: Spanish: Lucena Defence, Spanish Game, Lucena Variation, Lucena Defense, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Lucena Variation:
+0.43 Balanced
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Lucena Variation

  • ECO Code: C60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 39% / B: 30%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: Spanish: Lucena Defence, Spanish Game, Lucena Variation, Lucena Defense, Ruy Lopez, Ruy Lopez: Lucena defence, Lucena Defense, Ruy Lopez
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