Attack on the uncastled king: king to c1 (b2·2)
c9-14125Puzzle rating: 1110Theme: 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
14. Kc1 Rxd5 15. Bxd5
Why it works
- Great move! king to c1 keeps the pressure (+3.2).
- Spot on — bishop to d5 (+2.4).
- You reach a winning position (+2.4).
- If instead Rxd5, then Bxd5 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #951.
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