Chess960 tactic on d4 (b3)
c9-28521Puzzle 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
29. Nd4 b5 30. Ne6 b4+ 31. Rxb4 a6 32. Qf8#
Why it works
- Sensible development: knight to d4.
- knight to e6 develops smoothly.
- Precise: rook to b4 is the top choice (#1).
- Best move. queen to f8 is exactly what the engine plays (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 4.
- If instead b5, then Ne6 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #237.
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