Winning blow: pawn to g7 (g6·2)
c9-15409Puzzle rating: 1060Theme: 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
38. g7+ Ke7 39. g8=Q+ Rf7 40. Qhxf7#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to g7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — pawn to g8 (#1).
- Precise: queen to f7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke7, then g8=Q+ and you win the pawn.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #65.
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