Attack on the uncastled king: rook to c1 (a1·3)
c9-07843Puzzle rating: 1086Theme: 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
9. Rc1 d5 10. Rd4 Qxa2 11. Bxf8
Why it works
- Great move! rook to c1 keeps the pressure (+3.4).
- rook to d4 develops smoothly.
- Precise: bishop to f8 is the top choice (+3.8).
- You reach a winning position (+3.8).
- If instead d5, then Rd4 and you stay on top.
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