Attack on the uncastled king: queen to e2 (d1·3)
c9-25992Puzzle 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
14. Qe2 Qxe2+ 15. Bxe2
Why it works
- Great move! queen to e2 keeps the pressure (+2.6).
- Spot on — bishop to e2 (+2.8).
- You reach a winning position (+2.8).
- If instead Qxe2+, then Bxe2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #430.
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