Winning blow: pawn to b7 (a6·9)
c9-13405Puzzle rating: 1870Theme: 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
24. axb7 Nb2+ 25. Kc2 Na4 26. Qd6+
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to b7 is exactly what the engine plays (#6).
- king to c2 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to d6 is the top choice (#4).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Nb2+, then Kc2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #558.
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