Raymond Keene

No. 319

issue 21 June 2014

Black to play. This is a variation from Svidler-Carlsen, Norway Chess 2014. Failing to win this game cost Carlsen first place in the tournament. Black has a strong attack but his knight and rook are threatened. What is his best move? Answers to me at The Spectator by Tuesday 24 June 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 am offering a prize of £20. Please include a postal address and allow six weeks for prize delivery.
 
Last week’s solution 1 d8Q+
Last week’s winner Stewart Reuben, Twickenham, Middlesex

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