Winning blow: queen to f6 (e6·4)
c9-22292Puzzle rating: 1560Theme: 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
37. Qxf6+ Ke8 38. Ba4+ Bc6 39. Bxc6#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to f6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to a4 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to c6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke8, then Ba4+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #601.
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