Winning blow: bishop to f5 (e4·7)
c9-13533Puzzle 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
38. Bxf5 exf5 39. e6 Kg6 40. Re5
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f5 is exactly what the engine plays (#4).
- pawn to e6 develops smoothly.
- A natural move: rook to e5.
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead exf5, then Rb6 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #613.
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