Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit

By playing c3, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit, a system within the Ruy Lopez complex. Departing from the popular Ruy Lopez (d3), this line chooses c3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move challenges the opponent. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives.

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 42% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish Game, Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit, Ruy Lopez, Jaffe Gambit, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit:
+1.18 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit

  • ECO Code: C77
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 42% / B: 18%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: Spanish Game, Morphy Defense, Jaffe Gambit, Ruy Lopez, Jaffe Gambit, Ruy Lopez
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