Alekhine's Whammy by Jeff Coakley Besides a full round of double whammies, this column features a detailed analysis of Fortis-Alekhine 1925, the most famous game of Marseillais Chess ever played. "Double whammy" is another name for a series-mate in two. These are the special instructions. a) White plays two moves in a row to mate Black. b) The first move may not be check. c) Either move may be a capture. d) Both moves may be with the same piece. e) Black does not get a turn. f) White may not place their own king in check on the first move, even if they get out of check with the second move. If you haven't experienced the whammy before, here are a couple easy ones to get you … [Read more...]