Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to e5 (d4·3)
c9-06297Puzzle rating: 1095Theme: 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
16. Bxe5 fxe5 17. Bxf5
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to e5 is exactly what the engine plays (+3.0).
- Spot on — bishop to f5 (+3.4).
- You reach a winning position (+3.4).
- If instead fxe5, then Bxf5 and you stay on top.
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