Winning blow: bishop to h5 (d1·2)
c9-13054Puzzle rating: 1280Theme: 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
26. Bxh5+ Ke7 27. Bf6+ Kd6 28. Bf3
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to h5 is exactly what the engine plays (#4).
- Spot on — bishop to f6 (#4).
- A natural move: bishop to f3.
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Ke7, then Bf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #575.
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