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A gem from a blindfold game

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Published: 02 Aug 2024 › Updated: 02 Aug 2024A gem from a blindfold game

A gem from a blindfold game

As I have said I find blindfold play to be interesting, not that I am necessarily very good. But then even a blind squirrel gets a nut once in a while.

First let me post the critical position as a problem.

Screenshot 2024-08-02 at 11-32-45 Rapid Chess • alfredo12321 vs blindbillblunder.png

White played h3 black to move what is the best move ? Scroll down for solution.
And keep in mind I did not see the pieces while I played this game.


















































































































Qxh3!! Forces mate in a few moves Bh2# and that is it.

this is the game https://lichess.org/aVhF4hwj/black#21

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