Wednesday Workout: Check Before You Check

This week's Wednesday Workout features six puzzles inspired by GM Ding Liren's famous self-pinning 46. ... Rg6!! from the final tiebreak game of the 2023 FIDE World Chess Championship. In case you need a refresher:

 

 

Each of these examples features a check that is met by an unpleasant response, be it a counter-check or another type of decisive blow. Enjoy, and, as always, please download our printable worksheet to solve these exercises on a real board.

 

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