Winning blow: king to c2 (b1·7)
c9-18715Puzzle 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
21. Kc2 Bxg8 22. Qxg8 Qxg8 23. Nf6+
Why it works
- Great move! king to c2 keeps the pressure (+4.9).
- Spot on — queen to g8 (+5.1).
- Strong! knight to f6 is the sharp choice (+4.9).
- You reach a winning position (+4.9).
- If instead Bxg8, then Nf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #625.
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