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Alekhine's Crushing Win

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Alexander Alekhine vs Aron Nimzowitsch

Alekhine's Crushing Win

1931
Bled
Intermediate

World Champion Alekhine defeats his rival Nimzowitsch in just 19 moves with a powerful attack.

Result: 1-0 - Black resigned

Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.

Reveal position every
37 moves

Key Moments

  • #17Qxg7! Bold queen incursion
  • #34Rd8+! Rook sacrifice decides
  • #36Qxh5 - Nimzowitsch resigned.