Winning blow: king to e2 (f1·6)
c9-12852Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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. Ke2 d5 29. Rh7+ Kf8 30. Qh5
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+5.2).
- Spot on — rook to h7 (+5.6).
- A natural move: queen to h5.
- You win decisive material (+6.0).
- If instead a5, then Qa8 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #396.
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