Why did the narrow straits of Salamis favor the Greek navy?

The narrow straits of Salamis favored the Greek navy by neutralizing the numerical superiority of the Persian fleet.12

The Persian forces, which significantly outnumbered the Greeks, relied on a massive, congested formation that became a disadvantage in confined waters. Because the straits were narrow, the Persian ships had limited room to maneuver and frequently collided with one another, rendering their superior numbers ineffective.13

Conversely, the Greek triremes were specifically designed for ramming tactics. In the restricted space of the straits, the Greeks were able to maneuver effectively against the disorganized Persian vessels, allowing them to ram, sink, or board the enemy ships. While some historical accounts suggest the Greek ships were actually heavier and less maneuverable than their opponents, the strategic choice of the narrows allowed the Greeks to force a close-quarters engagement that played to their strengths and negated the Persian advantage in size and resources.3412