By playing f6, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Nürnberg Variation, a setup within the Ruy Lopez complex. Deviating from the popular Ruy Lopez (Bb4), this line chooses f6. It succeeds by maintaining a similar objective evaluation while altering the flavor of the game. This move grabs space.
As the position develops, the priority becomes to control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure. Data analysis shows a 38% win rate for White, indicating equality.
Also known as: Spanish: Nuernberg Variation, Ruy Lopez: Nuernberg Variation, Nuremberg Defense, Ruy Lopez
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