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Understanding Threats
Lesson of the Week
Rezső Charousek (1873-1900) created deep combinations. In this position, his opponent Jakob Wollner has material superiority, but a vulnerable king.
Black to move
How should Black play?
In the game, Wollner played 18...Qg8.
How should White proceed?
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