The Ruy Lopez: Spanish Countergambit (C60) is a distinct Ruy Lopez variation, defined by the move d5. Historically played by Fabiano Caruana, this system highlights long-term strategic squeezing.
Strategic Context: Departing from the common Ruy Lopez (Bb4), this line chooses d5. It succeeds by sacrificing popularity for a higher scoring weapon. This move directly controls e4 and c4. Plans should focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks and control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure..
Next Steps: In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to prioritize maneuvering and flank attacks.
Data Analysis: Statistical models suggest White advantage (Eval: +1.17), with a high probability of a draw.
Also known as: Spanish: Spanish Countergambit, Spanish Game, Spanish Countergambit, Sawyer's Gambit, Ruy Lopez; Spanish Countergambit
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