Chess960 tactic on d3 (d2)
c9-12419Puzzle rating: 2120Theme: 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
25. d3+ Ke5 26. fxe6+ Rf5 27. d4+ Ke4 28. Qg2#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to d3 is exactly what the engine plays (#3).
- Spot on — pawn to e6 (#2).
- Precise: pawn to d4 is the top choice (#1).
- Great move! queen to g2 keeps the pressure (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Ke5, then fxe6+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #880.
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