Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65)

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Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.24

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 41.3% Draws: 30.3% Black Wins: 28.4%

Strategic Overview

The Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (ECO code C65) is a key chess opening. From the starting board position, it is defined by the following move sequence:

Move Sequence (SAN)
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 g1f3 b8c6 f1b5 g8f6
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