Winning blow: king to e1 (d1·5)
c9-11729Puzzle 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. Ke1 Rxc2 18. Bd3 Rd2 19. Ne2
Why it works
- Great move! king to e1 keeps the pressure (+3.7).
- bishop to d3 develops smoothly.
- A natural move: knight to e2.
- You reach a winning position (+4.3).
- If instead Nb4, then Bxg7 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #342.
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