Winning blow: pawn to e8 (e7·6)
c9-14403Puzzle rating: 2400Theme: 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
36. e8=Q Ra1+ 37. Kxa1 Ka6 38. Qc8+ Ka7 39. Qb7#
Why it works
- Sensible development: pawn to e8.
- Spot on — king to a1 (#2).
- Precise: queen to c8 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to b7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Ra1+, then Kxa1 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #959.
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