Black to play. This is from Short-Polgar, Madrid 1995. Judit Polgar is the strongest female -player ever, with an overwhelming plus score against Nigel Short. This is the conclusion of one of her many wins against him. What is the key move? Answers to me at The Spectator by Tuesday 5 May 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 … Re2+
Last week’s winner Derek Shakespeare, Lymington, Hampshire
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