Luke McShane

No. 733

issue 07 January 2023

White to play. Dubov-Sarin, World Rapid Championship, 2022. Dubov’s next move turned the attack up to 11, inducing instant resignation. What did he play? Answers should be emailed to chess@spectator.co.uk by Monday 9 January. There is a prize of £20 for the first correct answer out of a hat. Please include a postal address and allow six weeks for prize delivery.

Last week’s solution 1…Qc2+! 2 Kxc2 Bf5 mate, or 2 Ka1 Qxb2 mate.

Last week’s winner Ted Ditchburn, Monkseaton, Tyne and Wear

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