Winning blow: bishop to d3 (f1·2)
c9-14668Puzzle rating: 1250Theme: 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
21. Bd3 Bxf6 22. Qxf6+ gxf6 23. Bxh7
Why it works
- Great move! bishop to d3 keeps the pressure (+5.4).
- Spot on — queen to f6 (+5.3).
- Strong! bishop to h7 is the sharp choice (+5.4).
- You win decisive material (+5.4).
- If instead Bxf6, then Qxf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #362.
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