Morphy Defense
The Morphy Defense is a chess opening that arises after the moves 1.e4 e5 2.Nf3 Nc6 3.Bb5. Named after the famous American chess player Paul Morphy, this defense is a variation of the Ruy Lopez opening. It aims to counter the aggressive positioning of White's pieces while developing Black's pieces harmoniously.
In the Morphy Defense, Black typically plays 3...a6 to challenge the bishop on b5, followed by 4.Ba4 Nf6. This setup allows Black to gain control of the center and prepare for further development. The Morphy Defense is popular among players of all levels due to its solid yet dynamic nature.