Winning blow: king to f2 (g1·6)
c9-13713Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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
34. Kf2 Ne7 35. h4 Bxe3+ 36. Nxe3
Why it works
- Great move! king to f2 keeps the pressure (+5.7).
- Spot on — pawn to h4 (+6.4).
- Strong! knight to e3 is the sharp choice (+7.7).
- You win decisive material (+7.7).
- If instead Bxe3+, then Nxe3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #588.
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