Winning blow: queen to f1 (f2·2)
c9-22535Puzzle rating: 1340Theme: 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. Qf1 Rxf1+ 30. Kxf1
Why it works
- Great move! queen to f1 keeps the pressure (+5.6).
- Spot on — king to f1 (+5.6).
- You win decisive material (+5.6).
- If instead Rxf1+, then Kxf1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #162.
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