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Attack on the uncastled king: rook to g2 (g1·7)

c9-14251
Puzzle rating: 970Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
a8b7c6d5e4f3g2h1
White to move — find the best continuation

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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. Rg2 Qh5 25. Qd5 e6 26. Qd6+

Why it works

  • Great move! rook to g2 keeps the pressure (+5.2).
  • queen to d5 develops smoothly.
  • Precise: queen to d6 is the top choice (+6.1).
  • You win decisive material (+6.1).
  • If instead Qh1, then Qb1 and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #28.

Explore position #28

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