Time certainly does fly by, and all the faster when the clock is running on this month's speed problem. We'll allow you a full five minutes, or 300 seconds, to crack this one. It isn't really that hard if you find the key move. Click below to show the problem and start our relentless, unforgiving timer. Then click Read More to check your solution.

November Speed Problem (medium difficulty)

Solution

9-14! and now if

A. 16-23 14-18
B. 12-16 18-27
C. 23-27? 24-18
D. 26-31 18-27
E. 26-30 18-27

In all cases except case C, White has "the move" and the opposition on both opposing kings. White Wins.