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CHESS TACTICS #72278

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Avg. time to solve:	01:49
Total attempts:	334
Solved percentage:	64.4%

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riiul
14-Oct-11, 02:51

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I wanted to take with queen first..but it is wrong, why?

mactulian
14-Oct-11, 07:59

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Hi !

that's what I was tempted to do, but :
1... Qxg2+
2. Rxg2 Bxg2
3. Kg1 and escape : Bxh3 and then ?

Your grook is still pinned, and it's a longer way to win. To take with the bishop is easier - and that's the goal !

riiul
14-Oct-11, 11:17

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Thanks for the answer, i understand now.

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CHESS TACTICS #72278