Winning blow: king to a2 (b1·21)
c9-19068Puzzle rating: 1110Theme: 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
25. Ka2 Qxe7 26. Bxe7
Why it works
- Great move! king to a2 keeps the pressure (+5.0).
- Well found: bishop to e7 (+4.9).
- You reach a winning position (+4.9).
- If instead Qxe7, then Bxe7 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #935.
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