Winning blow: queen to a1 (b1·2)
c9-08801Puzzle rating: 2060Theme: 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
24. Qa1 Rg8 25. Qf6+ Kd6 26. Bxf5+
Why it works
- Sensible development: queen to a1.
- Spot on — queen to f6 (#3).
- Precise: bishop to f5 is the top choice (#3).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Kd6, then Qxa7 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #385.
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