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Attack on the uncastled king: king to e2 (f1)

c9-02075
Puzzle rating: 1097Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
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White to move — find the best continuation

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The tactical motive

Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.

White to move — find the best continuation

Solution & explanation

Main line

10. Ke2 Nxf5 11. Qxd2 Nd4+ 12. Kd1

Why it works

  • Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+4.2).
  • Spot on — queen to d2 (+4.1).
  • Strong! king to d1 is the sharp choice (+4.0).
  • You reach a winning position (+4.0).
  • If instead Nxf5, then Qxd2 and you stay on top.

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