Ruy Lopez: Old Steinitz Defense (C62)

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Target Position

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Engine Eval: +0.11

Master Game Statistics

Based on master-level chess games in the database.

White Wins: 41.3% Draws: 29.3% Black Wins: 29.4%

Strategic Overview

The Ruy Lopez: Old Steinitz Defense (ECO code C62) 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 d6
UCI Move Path
e2e4 e7e5 g1f3 b8c6 f1b5 d7d6
Repertoire Training

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Parent Opening

This line is a variation of the main parent opening:

Ruy Lopez (Spanish Game) (C60)