Ruy Lopez: Closed, Trajkovic Counterattack

Ruy Lopez: Closed, Trajkovic Counterattack is a chess opening that involves a strategic maneuver to counter the opponent's attack and establish a solid defense.

The Ruy Lopez: Closed, Trajkovic Counterattack is a chess opening that arises after the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5 a6 4.Ba4 Nf6 5.O-O Be7 6.Re1 b5 7.Bb3 Bb7. In this opening, Black aims to counter White's aggressive intentions by delaying the development of the knight on d7 and instead focusing on reinforcing the center and preparing for a potential pawn break with ...d5. By playing ...b5, Black gains space on the queenside and restricts White's bishop on a4. The move ...Bb7 further supports the pawn on e5 and prepares to connect the rooks. White, on the other hand, has castled kingside and can now choose from various plans, such as expanding in the center with d2-d4 or maneuvering the knight to d5. The Ruy Lopez: Closed, Trajkovic Counterattack is a flexible opening that allows both players to develop their pieces harmoniously and prepare for the middlegame battle.