Chess960 tactic on f8 (f7·2)
c9-10607Puzzle 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
28. f8=Q Bxe7 29. Be5+ d6 30. cxd6+ Kb6 31. Qb8#
Why it works
- Sensible development: pawn to f8.
- Spot on — bishop to e5 (#2).
- Precise: pawn to d6 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to b8 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Bxe7, then Be5+ and you win the pawn.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #675.
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