The Short-Side Defense
Hold the draw against perfect play

The Philidor ship has sailed: the pawn and king are already on your third rank. The last lifeboat: king to the SHORT side, rook to the LONG side, and check sideways forever.
Hold the draw against perfect play

The Philidor ship has sailed: the pawn and king are already on your third rank. The last lifeboat: king to the SHORT side, rook to the LONG side, and check sideways forever.