An endgame study by N D Grigoeiev, published in the Russian tabloid 'Izvestia' (meaning the 'herald' - an official messenger bringing news') in 1928 .White to play and win ...
Another endgame study by J Brenev, published 1934.
White to play. With the Knight trapped, it looks hopeless. Will the pawn (surely heading for promotion on f1) win the game?
Truly remarkable! ... With thanks to Ross for reviving it.
White to play. With the Knight trapped, it looks hopeless. Will the pawn (surely heading for promotion on f1) win the game?
Truly remarkable! ... With thanks to Ross for reviving it.
Openings can be really tricky, especially if you're a cat. Why shouldn't Black, to move, play ... Nf6 here, ignoring the Knight on g5?
In the position below, Black has just played a5 - a4. Can White (to play) win or will the Black pawn promote? SMS your answer to 07426 442 482
One of Shaun's rarely seen efforts. Here, Black played ... Qe7. dodging the Bishop. What move immediately wins for White?
This from Kerry - White to play and win ...
Next, an exciting moment from one of John's recent games -
in a contest with many twists and turns, it's John (Black) to play.
How would you proceed in this complex situation?
in a contest with many twists and turns, it's John (Black) to play.
How would you proceed in this complex situation?
Next up - A great puzzle from Kerry - it's White to play and win.
Is it over, or is there a chink in Black's armour?
Is it over, or is there a chink in Black's armour?