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Chess960 tactic on g4 (g2·2)

c9-09511
Puzzle rating: 2400Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
a8b7c6d5e4f3g2h1
White to move — find the best continuation

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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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