Winning blow: king to e2 (f1·13)
c9-27115Puzzle rating: 1250Theme: 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
33. Ke2 Bxh1 34. Rxh1 Rxd6 35. Bxc5
Why it works
- Great move! king to e2 keeps the pressure (+3.8).
- Spot on — rook to h1 (+3.9).
- Precise: bishop to c5 is the top choice (+4.2).
- You reach a winning position (+4.2).
- If instead Bxh1, then Rxh1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #44.
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