Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to b5 (d3·8)
c9-19657Puzzle rating: 2060Theme: 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
24. Bb5 Nd5 25. Qc4+ Kd8 26. Bxg5+
Why it works
- Sensible development: bishop to b5.
- Spot on — queen to c4 (#2).
- Precise: bishop to g5 is the top choice (#2).
- You win decisive material (+15.0).
- If instead Kd8, then Qa2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #250.
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