Black to play. Dishman-Bevis, British Rapidplay Championship, 2026. A draw looks likely, but White’s last move, 40 Rb6-b5, had a surprising flaw. Black’s next move prompted resignation. What was it? Email answers to chess@spectator.co.uk by Monday 30 March. There is a prize of a £20 John Lewis voucher for the first correct answer out of a hat. Please include a postal address.
Last week’s solution 1…Bf4+! wins at least a knight, or 2 Kxf4 dxe5+ 3 Kxe5 Rxd7 wins the rook.
Last week’s winner Tim Lintott, Brighton
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