Ruy Lopez

Play as White • Repeat until it's automatic

Bird's Defence

Black jumps 3...Nd4 immediately, offering a trade that gives Black a strong d4 pawn and open lines for the pieces. It is a practical surprise weapon, and White should react calmly with d3, c3 and central play.

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You (White)

Your move - play White's next move

ProgressMove 1 of 7

Move Sequence

1.e4e5

2.Nf3Nc6

3.Bb5Nd4

4.Nxd4exd4

5.O-OBc5

6.d3c6

7.Bc4d5

Current lineBird's Defence

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Reps

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Streak

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Learned

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