Maurice Ashley vs David Arnett

In a 1993 New York game, Maurice Ashley found a way to force a checkmate against David Arnett. Can you find the four moves that conclude this game?

Roll over to see the solution: 1. Bb5+ Bc6 2. Bxc6+ Qxc6 3. Rh8+ Kd7 4. Qd8#

FEN: 4k3/2q2p2/4p3/3bP1Q1/p6R/r6P/6PK/5B2 w - - 1 0

About the players

Maurice Ashley - photo by Jennifer HuemmerMaurice Ashley (born 1966) is a Jamaican-American chess Grandmaster who earned his title in 1999, becoming the first Black Grandmaster. He is renowned for his contributions to chess education and promotion, including authoring books and providing commentary for major chess events.

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