Winning blow: rook to f1 (f2·2)
c9-12877Puzzle rating: 1200Theme: 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
33. Rf1 Re2 34. Rg3 Re4 35. Bd6
Why it works
- Great move! rook to f1 keeps the pressure (+3.3).
- rook to g3 develops smoothly.
- Precise: bishop to d6 is the top choice (+3.1).
- You reach a winning position (+3.1).
- If instead Re2, then Rg3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #150.
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