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In the following positions you can, as usual, move the pieces. But there is no analysis engine to switch on – one that would simply solve the studies. You are all on your own. You can click on the notation button below the diagram to follow your analysis.
How can you stop the black c-pawn from promoting? The king is too far away, so White must promote one of his own pawns and use it to eliminate the threat. But which pawn must it be?
Is there any way you can stop the black pawn on a2 from promoting? It must be done, since a queen vs rook and knight is a theorecial draw. But with some clever moves it is possible to take control of the a1 square before the pawn can promote – or capture the queen if it does.
How can you trap the rook, which is essential if you are to win the game. Can this be done with the material on the board? Yes it can – think of the power of knight forks!
Well, just advancing the e-pawn and promoting (with check!) looks promising, but Black can take the knight and then ensure the promotion his own pawn. So what does White do. Hint: think of the power of the knight!
Please do not post any solutions in the feedback below – just comments on how easy or hard you found the studies. Full video solutions will be provided in a week.
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