The Bishop Pair Advantage

The advantage of the two bishops (when facing a bishop and knight or two knights) is a favorite of many masters. When working together, the two bishops can really dominate the chessboard.

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1. Qa3 Qxa3 2. Rd8+ Ke7 3. Re8# 1-0