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White to move and mate in 2.
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In Norway, Hikaru Nakamura is the leader after his victory over Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu (aka Pragg) on Thursday’s Round 4. Magnus beat Fabiana Caruana. Sadly, for more than one reason, Alireza Firouzja bested Ding Liren. Everyone is wondering what’s up with Ding. He is at the bottom of the standings. Carlsen is now just 23.6 points ahead of Caruana. And look at poor Ding.
In the upcoming Chess Olympiad, 10-23 Sept in Budapest – gosh, I would love to visit Budapest – Richard Rapport will again play for his native Hungary rather than Romania. Also Peter Leko is coming back.
One year ago today, it was my last full day in Rome for the spring Roman Sojourn. I continually pray for my Roman donors, even after the fact. I will not forget you.
Q to c4+
B to c4
N to c5#
Hi Father Z,
I was on Amazon and remembered you so I came to your site but it took awhile to find the a day that had the links to use. I view your site via android iPhone so it’s not as robust as your desktop version. I’m wondering if you might consider putting your US and UK Amazon links under the area that has the headline: Do you use my blog often? Is it helpful to you?
Just a thought as that’s on every page for donations and helpful. Thanks.