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Bobby Fischer vs Bent Larsen · 1971 · move 16.
Which bishop capture takes the pawn on e6?
Fischer sends a knight toward b6, removes a central pawn with check and later reaches an ending with an active bishop and rook. Rather than treating the attack and endgame as separate stories, follow the useful squares carried from one phase to the next. The rook’s entry on f8 is especially instructive.
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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