Chess960 tactic on c5 (c1·2)
c9-12761Puzzle rating: 2350Theme: 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
36. R1xc5 Bc3+ 37. Ka2 Bxf3 38. Ne8+ Rxe8 39. fxe8=N#
Why it works
- Great move! rook to c5 keeps the pressure (#3).
- king to a2 develops smoothly.
- Precise: knight to e8 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. pawn to e8 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Bc3+, then Ka2 and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #638.
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