When an a-file or an h-file pawn is threatening to promote, the knight must find a way to two critical squares. If the a-pawn is threatening to promote, the knight must get to the c8 or b5 square before the pawn reaches a7. If it is the h-pawn, then the critical squares are f8 and g5.
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Prof Knox
Solve the following problem...
Playing through the moves to prove the drawn position...
However with just a slight variation in position, Black is lost
You sould say knight vs king and pawn
You're right Anna-Girl thanks! Too bad I can't change the forum topic name.
cheers, very nice post Professor!
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Well on that note: maybe he should say king and knight vs king and pawn...
About the post: Very nice of you to take time to help others out. Much appreciated and will keep it in mind.
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