Ruy Lopez: Spanish Countergambit

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Spanish Countergambit

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

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Spanish Countergambit:
+1.17 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Spanish Countergambit

  • ECO Code: C60
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 46% / B: 23%
  • Moves: 9
  • Aliases: Spanish: Spanish Countergambit, Spanish Game, Spanish Countergambit, Sawyer's Gambit, Ruy Lopez; Spanish Countergambit, Sawyer's Gambit, Ruy Lopez; Spanish Countergambit
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