In round two of the Spokane Falls Open this afternoon, I had Black in this position. The first move that I considered was the right one, according to Stockfish 6. I did not play it, but went on to win anyway.
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1... Kc5 {} 2.f5 gxf5 3.gxf5 Kxc4 4.
ReplyDelete1....Sc2.2.f5 Sc2
1....g5.2.f5 Sc2