Winning blow: king to a2 (b1·16)
c9-16855Puzzle 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
30. Ka2 Re8 31. Qxg7 cxd5 32. Qd7
Why it works
- Great move! king to a2 keeps the pressure (+8.1).
- Spot on — queen to g7 (#25).
- Strong! queen to d7 is the sharp choice (#6).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Re8, then Qxg7 and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #575.
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