Winning blow: bishop to f5 (g4·2)
c9-14383Puzzle 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
25. Bxf5 Kd6 26. c7 Ke7 27. Qe4+
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f5 is exactly what the engine plays (#6).
- pawn to c7 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to e4 is the top choice (#3).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Kd6, then c7 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #865.
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