Library/Openings/Ruy Lopez/Closed/Delayed Exchange ECO C85
Opening· 11 plies

Ruy Lopez: Closed, Delayed Exchange

An entry in the Encyclopedia of Chess Openings (ECO C85), reached after 11 half-moves: 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 a6 4. Ba4 Nf6 5. O-O Be7 6. Bxc6.

Ruy Lopez: Closed, Delayed Exchange ECO C85
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