Winning blow: bishop to f2 (g3·3)
c9-17233Puzzle rating: 2060Theme: 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. Bf2 Rb8 29. Qd7+ Ka8 30. Bxb6
Why it works
- Sensible development: bishop to f2.
- Spot on — queen to d7 (#5).
- Precise: bishop to b6 is the top choice (#5).
- You win a piece — the knight.
- If instead Rb8, then Qc7+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #170.
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