White's pieces are clearly better placed, and while both Queens are unprotected, Black's has a defensive role... 19. Rxd5 Bh6+ 20. Kb1 Rd8 this seems like a reasonable idea, surely the Rook must move now? 21. Nf5.
Black to move
Quite an amazing position! White's Rook and Knight can both be captured by a pawn or the Queen, but his back rank is weak...
If the Knight is captured, taking the Queen or Rxd8+ are both good. After Qxd5 there's a fork with Ne7+, and after 21. ... cxd5 22. Qxd7 Rxd7 23. Re8+ with mate to follow. Meanwhile White threatens both Rxd7 and Nxh6+.
Black thought for a few minutes before wisely choosing 21. ... resigns.
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