Winning blow: bishop to e1 (f2·3)
c9-21627Puzzle 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
24. Be1 Bxd3+ 25. Rxd3
Why it works
- Great move! bishop to e1 keeps the pressure (+2.6).
- Spot on — rook to d3 (+2.5).
- You reach a winning position (+2.5).
- If instead Bxd3+, then Rxd3 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #207.
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