Luke McShane

No. 771

issue 30 September 2023

Silman-McFarland, Reno 1991. White is clearly in control. Which move did he play to decide the game? Answers should be emailed to chess@spectator.co.uk by Monday 30 September. 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 Qg6! e.g. 1… Qb7+ 2 R2c6# or 1…Qh8+ 2 Rh2# or 1…Qb3 2 Rb2#

Last week’s winner Seán Holden, Cranbrook, Kent

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