Chess960 tactic on f6 (g5)
c9-09436Puzzle rating: 2120Theme: 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
21. gxf6+ Kxf6 22. Qh6+ Rg6 23. Bg5+ Kf5 24. Bh3#
Why it works
- Great move! pawn to f6 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — queen to h6 (#2).
- Precise: bishop to g5 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. bishop to h3 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Kxf6, then Qh6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #215.
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