Chess960 tactic on d6 (d1·2)
c9-14017Puzzle rating: 2120Theme: 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
33. Rxd6+ Ka7 34. b6+ Ka8 35. Rd8+ Rb8 36. Qa7#
Why it works
- Great move! rook to d6 keeps the pressure (#3).
- Spot on — pawn to b6 (#2).
- Precise: rook to d8 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to a7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Ka7, then b6+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #250.
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