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White to Play

Pete Tamburro on

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White’s in a tough spot. What is the best move for the defense?


1.Rd2+ Ke4 1...exd2 Stalemate 2.Rh2 Kf3 3.Ke1 Rb4 4.Rh3+ Kg4 5.Rh8

 


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