Winning blow: king to c2 (d1·3)
c9-09700Puzzle 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
36. Kc2 f1=N 37. Qf8+ Ke3 38. Qe7+
Why it works
- Sensible development: king to c2.
- Spot on — queen to f8 (#13).
- Precise: queen to e7 is the top choice (#10).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Re2+, then Kb3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #707.
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