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Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to h2 (g1·2)

c9-27797
Puzzle rating: 1340Theme: 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

14. Bh2 Bxh8 15. Bxb8

Why it works

  • Great move! bishop to h2 keeps the pressure (+2.2).
  • A brilliant blow: bishop to b8, and you stand better (+2.2).
  • You reach a winning position (+2.2).
  • If instead Bxh8, then Bxb8 and you stay on top.

About this position

These pieces come from starting position #28.

Explore position #28

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