Winning blow: bishop to f6 (a1·7)
c9-19019Puzzle 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
29. Bf6+ Kd6 30. Nc4+ Kd7 31. Qd5+
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f6 is exactly what the engine plays (#8).
- Spot on — knight to c4 (#7).
- Precise: queen to d5 is the top choice (#6).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Kd6, then Nc4+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #306.
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