White extra pawn versus bishop pair...

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4/30/2010 – ... was the constellation in this game, where Black just had played 28...Bg5 targetting the weak spot on e3. What do you think, which assessment is valid in this situation? A) White has the advantage, but the realization of his plus pawn is difficult; B) he can win instantly; C) the position is balanced; The solution is here, but first ponder over it with a larger version of the diagram.

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What do you think, which assessment is valid in this situation?
A) White has the advantage, but the realization of his plus pawn is difficult;
B) he can win instantly;
C) the position is balanced;

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