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Winning blow: king to f1 (g1·13)

c9-13146
Puzzle rating: 970Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
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White to move — find the best continuation

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The tactical motive

Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.

White to move — find the best continuation

Solution & explanation

Main line

40. Kf1 Qh3+ 41. Ke1 Qg3+ 42. Nf2

Why it works

  • Sensible development: king to f1.
  • king to e1 develops smoothly.
  • A natural move: knight to f2.
  • You win decisive material (+15.0).
  • If instead Qh3+, then Ke1 and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #6.

Explore position #6

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