Black to play. This is from Cherin-Pedini, Italy 2016. Black has just sacrificed some material as he could foresee a simplifying manoeuvre leading to a winning ending. How did he continue? Answers to me at The Spectator by Tuesday 7 June or via email to victoria@spectator.co.uk or by fax on 020 7681 3773.

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