Chess960 tactic on d6 (d1·6)
c9-28510Puzzle rating: 2400Theme: 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
37. R1d6 Rb1+ 38. Kg2 Rg1+ 39. Kxg1 Ra6 40. Rg7#
Why it works
- Sensible development: rook to d6.
- king to g2 develops smoothly.
- Precise: king to g1 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. rook to g7 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead Rb1+, then Kg2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #444.
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