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Train/Take the Opposition to Hold the Draw

Take the Opposition to Hold the Draw

You are down a pawn, with only your king left to defend. You can still draw, but only if you find the one move that keeps the enemy king away from the key squares. Miss it, and the pawn promotes. This is the defence behind every king and pawn ending.

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