Mate in 3: pawn to e5 (d4·2)
c9-07820Puzzle rating: 1980Theme: 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
17. dxe5+ Nd5 18. Bc6+ Ke7 19. Qe8#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to e5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to c6 (#1).
- Precise: queen to e8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nd5, then Bc6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #775.
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