Chess960 tactic on g4 (g2·2)
c9-09511Puzzle rating: 2400Theme: 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
29. g4+ Ke6 30. f5+ Kf7 31. Qh5+ g6 32. Qxh7#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to g4 is exactly what the engine plays (#3).
- Spot on — pawn to f5 (#2).
- Strong! queen to h5 is the sharp choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to h7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Ke6, then f5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #352.
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