Paul Morphy vs NN
In a 1858 simultaneous exhibition in New Orleans, the American legend Paul Morphy demonstrates his mastery against an anonymous opponent. Find the forced checkmate in four moves.
Gerardo Lebredo vs Tigran V Petrosian
In Vilnius 1978, Tigran V Petrosian faced Gerardo Lebredo with a decisive opportunity. Black finds a way to force a mate in four moves.
Sofia Polgar vs Rumiana Gocheva
In Novi Sad during 1990, Sofia Polgar found a way to finish the game against Rumiana Gocheva. White possesses a decisive mating pattern that requires careful calculation.
Siegbert Tarrasch vs Arthur Kurschner
In Nuremberg 1889, Siegbert Tarrasch faced off against Arthur Kurschner in a game defined by a swift conclusion. White finds a way to force a mate in four moves.
Tigran V Petrosian vs Rafael Kakiashvili
In Tbilisi, 1945, Tigran V Petrosian faced Rafael Kakiashvili in a game that culminated in a remarkable mating net. White finds a way to finish the game in just four moves.
Adolf Anderssen vs NN
In 1866, Adolf Anderssen faced an unnamed opponent in Berlin. White finds a forced mate in four to conclude this mid-century game.
Jan Timman vs Jan Donner
In 1973, Jan Timman faced Jan Donner in Amsterdam with a decisive opportunity on the board. Find the four-move mating net that decided this game.
Nikita Vitiugov vs Ivan Ryzhov
In Rybinsk 2004, Nikita Vitiugov found a way to finish the game against Ivan Ryzhov. This puzzle explores a mating net that White managed to construct in just four moves.