Named after the Spanish priest Ruy López de Segura, this opening pressures Black's knight defending e5. It leads to rich strategic play and has been a favorite of world champions throughout history.
Move Sequence
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 a6 4. Ba4 Nf6 5. O-O Be7 6. Re1 b5 7. Bb3 d6 8. c3 O-O
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