Winning blow: queen to c2 (g2·3)
c9-27338Puzzle rating: 1480Theme: 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
25. Qc2 Qxc2+ 26. Bxc2 Bxg4 27. Bxa5
Why it works
- Great move! queen to c2 keeps the pressure (+2.6).
- Spot on — bishop to c2 (+2.6).
- Precise: bishop to a5 is the top choice (+2.6).
- You reach a winning position (+2.6).
- If instead Qxc2+, then Bxc2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #936.
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