Winning blow: king to d1 (e1·3)
c9-11664Puzzle 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
30. Kd1 Rf7 31. Qh1 Qxh1 32. Rxh1
Why it works
- Great move! king to d1 keeps the pressure (+4.6).
- Spot on — queen to h1 (+4.4).
- Strong! rook to h1 is the sharp choice (+4.4).
- You reach a winning position (+4.4).
- If instead Rf7, then Qh1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #332.
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