1. e4 e5 2. Nf3 Nc6 3. Bb5 Nf6 4. O-O Ng4 5. h3 h5 6. hxg4?? 6… hxg4 7. Ne1 Qh4 8. f3 g3
Classic opening traps · Ruy Lopez, Berlin Defense
Fishing Pole Trap
The knight on g4 is the bait. If White takes it, the h-file opens for Black's rook and queen to mate.
In setembro de 2026 this trap position came up in 367 games; 21% of the players with White fell for it.
367games reached the trap
21%White falls for it
99%Black punishes it
91%Black wins afterwards
By rating
| Lichess rating | Reached | Fell | Punished |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 1200 | 43 | 53% | – |
| 1200–1599 | 165 | 27% | 98% |
| 1600–1999 | 137 | 7% | – |
| 2000 and up | 22 | – | – |