White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 25, 2024

This reminds me of an old 19th century puzzle. White is threatened with mate in one, but saves the day.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 22, 2024

Another thematic finish, but with a heck of a start.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 20, 2024

I can’t recall having so much fun looking at all the variations and the cooperation of the white pieces. It’s a great lesson on the power of the rook lift (going up to b4)as well.

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 18, 2024

This win by I.A. Horowitz from 1931 has a mating pattern finish that everyone should know. The first move is quite spectacular on its own!

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 15, 2024

If you have been with this column a while, you will probably get the first move, but how about the follow-ups?

White to Play

Chess Puzzles / November 14, 2024

The moment for White to launch a mating attack.