Winning blow: queen to c4 (b3·2)
c9-21882Puzzle 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
17. Qc4 Ne7 18. Nxe3+
Why it works
- Great move! queen to c4 keeps the pressure (+2.7).
- Spot on — knight to e3 (+2.9).
- You reach a winning position (+2.9).
- If instead Ne7, then Nxe3+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #195.
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