Winning blow: knight to f7 (d8·2)
c9-15016Puzzle rating: 2060Theme: 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
35. Nf7 Be4 36. Nd6+ Kb8 37. Nxb5
Why it works
- Sensible development: knight to f7.
- Spot on — knight to d6 (#4).
- Precise: knight to b5 is the top choice (#3).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead e5, then Nd6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #902.
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