Chess960 tactic on g8 (g1·2)
c9-09804Puzzle 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
22. Rg8 Rc6 23. Bxc6 bxc6 24. Qc7+ Ka6 25. Ra8#
Why it works
- Sensible development: rook to g8.
- Spot on — bishop to c6 (#2).
- Precise: queen to c7 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. rook to a8 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Rc6, then Bxc6 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #719.
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