Chess960 tactic on d3 (d1)
c9-12047Puzzle 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. Qd3 Qd7 29. Qa6+ Qa7 30. Qxc6+ Qb7 31. Qxb7#
Why it works
- Sensible development: queen to d3.
- Spot on — queen to a6 (#2).
- Strong! queen to c6 is the sharp choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to b7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Qd7, then Qa6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #943.
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