Black to play. Shogdhziev-Chauhan, Abu Dhabi International Chess Festival, 2026. In a wild game between two exceptional young talents, Chauhan’s next move prompted resignation. What did he play? Email answers to chess@spectator.co.uk by Monday 7 September. There is a prize of a £20 John Lewis voucher for the first correct answer out of a hat. Please include a postal address.

Last week’s solution 1 Qxg6+! Black resigned, e.g. 1…fxg6 2 f7+ Kf8 3 fxe8=Q+ Kxe8 4 Rf8+ Kd7 5 R1f7#
Last week’s winner Glynn Downton, Maidstone, Kent
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