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Shirov's King's Gambit

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Alexei Shirov vs Jerzy Lapinski

Shirov's King's Gambit

1990
Daugavpils
Intermediate

Young Shirov demonstrates the attacking power of the King's Gambit with a brilliant 17-move miniature.

Result: 1-0 - Checkmate by White

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

Reveal position every
33 moves

Key Moments

  • #14Bxf7+! Classic bishop sacrifice
  • #28Bd6! Cutting off the king's escape
  • #32Bxc7# - Beautiful bishop checkmate!