The Berlin Defence

Every chessplayer who meets 1. e4 with 1. e5 needs a reliable response to the Ruy Lopez, and The Berlin Defence is an ideal solution. Ever since Kramnik used it to shut down Kasparov's best efforts in their 2000 World Championship match, many top players have successfully employed the "Berlin Wall". GM Michael Roiz presents a complete repertoire for Black after 1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6, offering top-class antidotes to anything White may try.