Cases Quote by Alexander Alekhine
“The retreat of a minor piece to the back rank, where it cuts the lines of communication between the rooks, is permissable only in exceptional cases.”
About This Quote
Source Chess Theory: Alekhine's Manual of Chess, 1925
A minor piece retreat to the back rank can block rook communication, but only in rare, justified situations.
In simple terms: Back‑rank retreat blocks rooks rarely.
Use such retreats sparingly and strategically.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- tournament play
- endgame study
- training drills
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- When is a back‑rank retreat truly necessary?
- What alternatives exist to maintain rook communication?
Overusing this can weaken overall position.