5-second tactic
SPRAGGETT ON CHESS
gm ANDREIKIN
gm JAKOVENKO
A rapid game played this weekend in Russia. The Siberia Bank Cup in Novosibirsk. More Information The Black King is a bit isolated and protected only by pawns. This gives White an idea, a very successful idea
25.f5! PxP what else?
WHITE TO PLAY AND WIN!
SOLUTION:
SOLUTION:
White wins with 26.Ne6!, attacking the Queen and threatening Qg5. If Black takes the Knight then 27.Qg5-ch mates in at most 6 moves.