Winning blow: queen to c6 (e8·2)
c9-17656Puzzle rating: 1010Theme: 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. Qc6+ Ka7 29. Rg8 a2+ 30. Rxa2
Why it works
- Best move. queen to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#4).
- rook to g8 develops smoothly.
- Precise: rook to a2 is the top choice (#2).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Ka6, then Rg8 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #918.
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