Chess960 tactic on c4 (d3·3)
c9-12565Puzzle 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
25. Bxc4 b5 26. Bd5 b4 27. Rd3 b3 28. Rf3#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c4 is exactly what the engine plays (#3).
- bishop to d5 develops smoothly.
- A natural move: rook to d3.
- Best move. rook to f3 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead b5, then Bd5 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #119.
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