Winning blow: king to e2 (f3·4)
c9-18743Puzzle 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
36. Ke2 b6 37. Kd2 Qf2+ 38. Qe2+
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+5.5).
- Spot on — king to d2 (+6.8).
- Precise: queen to e2 is the top choice (+7.3).
- You win decisive material (+7.3).
- If instead Qh2+, then Kd3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #525.
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