Winning blow: king to e1 (e2·2)
c9-21416Puzzle 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
29. Ke1 Bxg4 30. Qxg4
Why it works
- Sensible development: king to e1.
- Spot on — queen to g4 (+5.9).
- You win decisive material (+5.9).
- If instead Bxg4, then Qxg4 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #696.
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