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Ding Liren vs Ian Nepomniachtchi · 2023 · move 22.
White’s knight is on b3. Which jump attacks b7 from a square supported by the d4-pawn?
In game six of the 2023 championship in Astana, Ding’s London System becomes a struggle over active pieces and Black’s advancing a-pawn. Follow the rook routes and knight jumps before studying the quiet d-pawn move. The recorded finish shows a king attack competing with promotion, rather than a simple race of two pawns.
Before reaching for a move, identify the opponent’s immediate threat and the piece you most want to improve. Then compare checks, captures and quiet moves. The complete interactive lesson will let you test your answer without revealing the historical continuation first.
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