Attack on the uncastled king: bishop to h2 (g1·2)
c9-27797Puzzle 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. 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.
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