Winning blow: queen to d1 (c1·5)
c9-28246Puzzle rating: 1560Theme: 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
21. Qd1+ Bd2 22. Qxd2+ Kxc6 23. Ra6#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to d1 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to d2 (#1).
- Precise: rook to a6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Bd2, then Qxd2+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #750.
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