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Winning blow: king to d2 (c1·22)

c9-09566
Puzzle rating: 1470Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
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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

23. Kd2 Qb2+ 24. Ke1 b6 25. d7+

Why it works

  • Great move! king to d2 keeps the pressure (+6.3).
  • king to e1 develops smoothly.
  • Precise: pawn to d7 is the top choice (+6.3).
  • You win decisive material (+6.3).
  • If instead Qb2+, then Ke1 and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #247.

Explore position #247

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