Ruy López

The Ruy López is a popular chess opening named after a 16th-century priest, Ruy López de Segura. It begins with moves that aim to control the center of the board and develop pieces efficiently. Specifically, it involves moving the king’s pawn two squares, then developing the knight and bishop to strong positions. This opening helps players achieve a solid position early, preparing for both attack and defense. It’s widely used at all levels of chess because of its flexibility and strategic depth, offering opportunities for both aggressive and positional play.