Important Drawn Rook Endgames
In this article we are going to be reviewing two of the most important drawing techniques in rook and pawn endgames. I am going to explain how to hold a draw when your opponent only has one pawn left, which positions to aim for, and which ones to avoid. It may not be as flashy as tricks and traps but knowing how to hold these key positions can earn you more points in the long run.
Analysis
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