Winning blow: king to e2 (f1·4)
c9-02072Puzzle rating: 970Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
White to move — find the best continuation
The tactical motive
Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
White to move — find the best continuation
Solution & explanation
Main line
15. Ke2 Kh5 16. Rg1 d4 17. Qd2
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+4.5).
- rook to g1 develops smoothly.
- A natural move: queen to d2.
- You reach a winning position (+4.6).
- If instead e4, then Kd2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #228.
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