Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation

By playing Nf6, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation, a setup within the Ruy Lopez complex. Diverging from the popular Ruy Lopez (Be7), this line chooses Nf6. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move directly controls e4 and d5.

Key Plans

  • Prioritize piece activity and king safety as lines open quickly.
  • Control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure.
  • Feature: Open Center, Fianchetto

The strategic battle ahead will be defined by the struggle to emphasize piece activity and king safety as lines open rapidly. Data analysis shows a 47% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish: Schliemann, 4.Nc3 fxe4 5.Nxe4 Nf6, Spanish Game, Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation:
+1.60 Strong Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation

  • ECO Code: C63
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 47% / B: 15%
  • Moves: 15
  • Aliases: Spanish: Schliemann, 4.Nc3 fxe4 5.Nxe4 Nf6, Spanish Game, Schliemann Defense, Tartakower Variation, Ruy Lopez, Tartakower Variation, Ruy Lopez
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