Attack on the uncastled king: king to c1 (d1·12)
c9-18389Puzzle 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
18. Kc1 O-O 19. Rxb6 Rxb6 20. Qxa5
Why it works
- Great move! king to c1 keeps the pressure (+4.8).
- Spot on — rook to b6 (+5.2).
- Strong! queen to a5 is the sharp choice (+5.5).
- You win decisive material (+5.5).
- If instead O-O, then Rxb6 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #335.
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