Winning blow: king to g2 (h1·3)
c9-19084Puzzle 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. Kg2 Qc2+ 37. Kg1 Bxe4 38. Qxd7+
Why it works
- Great move! king to g2 keeps the pressure (+5.7).
- king to g1 develops smoothly.
- Strong! queen to d7 is the sharp choice (+9.1).
- You win decisive material (+9.1).
- If instead Bxe4+, then Nfxe4 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #896.
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