Best response to the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (C65)
1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 · White to move
What is the best response to the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense (1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6)? White to move. See the top replies ranked by opening theory and real-game results, starting with O-O.
The main theoretical reply is O-O, reaching the Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense.
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