Winning blow: king to e2 (d1·12)
c9-16823Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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
16. Ke2 dxe3 17. dxe3 Bc5 18. Qxg7
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+4.2).
- Spot on — pawn to e3 (+4.3).
- Precise: queen to g7 is the top choice (+4.7).
- You reach a winning position (+4.7).
- If instead dxc3, then dxc3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #602.
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