Winning blow: king to e2 (f1·11)
c9-19248Puzzle rating: 1250Theme: 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
22. Ke2 Qxh1 23. Qc8+ Kf7 24. Qxh8
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+5.5).
- Well found: queen to c8 (+5.4).
- Strong! queen to h8 is the sharp choice (+5.4).
- You win decisive material (+5.4).
- If instead Qxh1, then Qc8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #500.
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