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How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation

Keaton87 IM Keaton Kiewra
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Learn the ideas for both sides in this strategic opening!

Want to learn an opening that doesn't require too much theory and was a favorite of Bobby Fischer? IM Keaton Kiewra teaches you what you need to know to play either side of the fascinating Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation. Start playing the Exchange Variation today!

Here is what you will learn:

  • Learn the ideas and tactics for both sides in the Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation!
  • Learn about the famous Exchange Ruy Lopez ending and how White can win with one consistent plan!
  • Learn the tricky Delayed Exchange Variation, where White tricks Black pieces to poor squares before exchanging.

"I was fascinated by this opening a few years ago and played it in tournaments. Good to know this strong line is finally getting the recognition it deserves." - Chess.com member fergusonm

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation

Get Started Learning the Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation, an important strategic option. White gains a better pawn structure in return for the bishop pair and both players must know what they're aiming for to reach a good position.
11 min
5 Challenges
How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation: The Ending

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation: The Ending

One of White's main goals in the Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation is to reach a winning king and pawn endgame. Follow along as IM Keaton Kiewra explains one of the most important and famous pawn endings in all of chess!
8 min
5 Challenges
How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation: The Delayed Exchange

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation: The Delayed Exchange

If you like the Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation, but want to mix things up, you can try the Delayed Exchange! IM Keaton Kiewra demonstrates this tricky line which first lures a Black knight to f6 before entering the exchange structure.
8 min
5 Challenges

How To Win With The Ruy Lopez Exchange Variation

Openings
3 Lessons
27 Minutes
15 Challenges
Released March 9, 2020
5,171 Students

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