Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to g6 (f5·2)
c9-18219Puzzle rating: 1760Theme: 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
19. Bxg6+ Nf6 20. Ne6+ Ke7 21. Nf5#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to g6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — knight to e6 (#1).
- Precise: knight to f5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nf6, then Ne6+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #500.
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