Winning blow: king to c2 (d1·2)
c9-09661Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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
17. Kc2 Rc8 18. Re1+ Kd7 19. Re5
Why it works
- Great move! king to c2 keeps the pressure (+2.8).
- Spot on — rook to e1 (+3.1).
- A natural move: rook to e5.
- You reach a winning position (+3.2).
- If instead Qf5+, then Kb2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #690.
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