Ruy Lopez

Play as White • Repeat until it's automatic

Berlin Defence

The famously solid 3...Nf6, which often leads to an early queen trade and a complex endgame. Popularised at the highest level by Kramnik, the Berlin is prized for its resilience - Black accepts a slightly worse structure for superb piece activity and drawing chances.

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You (White)

Your move - play White's next move

ProgressMove 1 of 3

Move Sequence

1.e4e5

2.Nf3Nc6

3.Bb5Nf6

Current lineBerlin Defence

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