Winning blow: king to e1 (d1·13)
c9-20011Puzzle rating: 970Theme: 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. Ke1 Rc2 30. g4 Rh7 31. Qb8+
Why it works
- Great move! king to e1 keeps the pressure (+3.8).
- pawn to g4 develops smoothly.
- Strong! queen to b8 is the sharp choice (+9.7).
- You win decisive material (+9.7).
- If instead Rb7, then Kd2 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #452.
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