Mate in 3: bishop to d3
c9-08774Puzzle rating: 1630Theme: 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
32. Bxd3 axb5 33. Bd4 Rxh4 34. Qa7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d3 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- bishop to d4 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to a7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead axb5, then Bd4 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #162.
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