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The Complete Studies of Genrikh Kasparyan A.J. Roycroft, editor
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| Unless specifically designated otherwise, it is always White to move. Unlike problems, studies usually do not require a solution in a pre-determined number of moves. Simply look for the best moves and replies to work out the win or draw. And don't be discouraged if at first you don't succeed - working out the solution will be satisfying - even instructive!
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The solution to this week's Endgame Study may be found farther down the page. |
| Endgame Study #516 |
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A. Pankratiev
64-Shakmatnoe Obozrenie
1990
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| Solution to This Week's Endgame Study
1 g7 Kf6 2 Kh6 Bf4+ 3 Kh7 Nf3 4 Be6 Ng5+ 5 Kh8 Be5 6 g8N#/i 1-0
i) 6 g8Q Ke7+. | | |