"Departing from the popular Ruy Lopez (Bxc6), this line chooses Nc3. It succeeds by maintaining a solid objective evaluation while changing the character of the game. This move exerts pressure on e4 and d5."
The move Nc3 signals the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Dyckhoff Variation, steering the game into independent territory.
Trajectory: The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion. Plans should focus on how to focus on maneuvering and wing expansion and control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure..
Structure: The board features a Locked Center. With a draw rate of 34%, the position is solid. Engines evaluate it at +0.90.
Also known as: Spanish: Schliemann, 4.Nc3, Spanish Game, Schliemann Defense, Berger (Dyckhoff) Variation, Ruy Lopez
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