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Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to c4 (d3·6)

c9-23064
Puzzle rating: 1650Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
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White to move — find the best continuation

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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. Bc4+ bxc4 25. Qxc4+

Why it works

  • Best move. bishop to c4 is exactly what the engine plays (#4).
  • Well found: queen to c4 (#3).
  • You win decisive material (+15.0).
  • If instead bxc4, then Qxc4+ and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #97.

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