Winning blow: bishop to c5 (d6·4)
c9-16682Puzzle rating: 1480Theme: 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
27. Bc5 Rxd1+ 28. Bxd1 Bxc5 29. Qxc5+
Why it works
- Sensible development: bishop to c5.
- Spot on — bishop to d1 (+4.6).
- Strong! queen to c5 is the sharp choice (+4.7).
- You reach a winning position (+4.7).
- If instead Rxd1+, then Bxd1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #905.
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