Chess960 tactic on d3 (e2)
c9-16860Puzzle rating: 2120Theme: 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
28. Bd3+ g6 29. Qxf7+ Bg7 30. Bxg6+ Kh6 31. Nf5#
Why it works
- Great move! bishop to d3 keeps the pressure (#3).
- Well found: queen to f7 (#2).
- Precise: bishop to g6 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. knight to f5 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead g6, then Qxf7+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #42.
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