Winning blow: rook to b1 (c1·14)
c9-14521Puzzle rating: 2340Theme: 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
37. Rb1 Ka2 38. Rb7 Ka3 39. Ra5#
Why it works
- Sensible development: rook to b1.
- rook to b7 develops smoothly.
- Precise: rook to a5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka2, then Rb7 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #606.
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