2022 - Position 170

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Match Play. Red trails 0-2 to 7. How should Red play 22?

When you get the chance to take The Rack (the 4-, 5- and 6-pts) it is rarely wrong to pass up the opportunity. It creates a long-term asset which is very powerful.

That is the case here. 7/5(2)*, 6/4(2) is the best move by a long way. All other moves are blunders.

Remember, take The Rack!