Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit

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Opening Overview: Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit

By playing O-O, the player enters the Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit, a system within the Ruy Lopez complex. This line follows the main path of the Ruy Lopez. This move improves King safety. Note that engines consider this speculative, often preferring safer alternatives.

Critical Concepts

  • Control the long diagonal to exert lasting pressure.
  • Feature: Fianchetto

In the resulting middlegame, players must focus on how to control the key diagonals to exert long-term pressure. Data analysis shows a 40% win rate for White, indicating White advantage.

Also known as: Spanish Game, Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit, Ruy Lopez, Center Gambit, Ruy Lopez

Stockfish Analysis of Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit:
+1.00 Slight Advantage (White)
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Technical Details for Ruy Lopez: Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit

  • ECO Code: C62
  • Est. Win Rate: W: 40% / B: 21%
  • Moves: 14
  • Aliases: Spanish Game, Steinitz Defense, Center Gambit, Ruy Lopez, Center Gambit, Ruy Lopez
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