Winning blow: king to e2 (d1·20)
c9-11785Puzzle rating: 1250Theme: 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
23. Ke2 Qh2+ 24. Kd3 Rc8 25. Qxa7
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+3.4).
- king to d3 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to a7 is the top choice (+3.9).
- You reach a winning position (+3.9).
- If instead Qh2+, then Kd3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #225.
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