White to play. This position is a variation from Kramnik-McShane, London Chess Classic 2012. How can Kramnik finish off the badly exposed black king? Answers to me at The Spectator by Tuesday 15 January or via email to victoria@spectator.co.uk or by fax on 020 7681 3773. The winner will be the first correct answer out of a hat, and each week I shall be offering a prize of £20. Please include a postal address and allow six weeks for prize delivery.
Last week’s solution 1 Bd5
Last week’s winner Dr David Lubel, Pinner, Middlesex

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