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Closed Berlin · as Black

Ruy Lopez

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Ruy Lopez

Closed Berlin · as Black

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They grab central space and open lines for their bishop and queen.

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Claim the center with e5 and develop your knights to good squares.
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They develop quickly and pressure your c6 knight with the bishop.
Idea
Watch the bishop's pressure on c6, the knight that defends your e5 pawn.