Winning blow: king to e1 (f2·7)
c9-21292Puzzle 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
38. Ke1 Qg3+ 39. Kd1 Qxh3 40. Qh5+
Why it works
- Great move! king to e1 keeps the pressure (+4.8).
- king to d1 develops smoothly.
- Strong! queen to h5 is the sharp choice (+5.1).
- You win decisive material (+5.1).
- If instead Qg3+, then Kd1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #192.
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