Mate in 3: bishop to d4
c9-09046Puzzle 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
25. Bd4+ b6 26. Qxa5+ Kb7 27. Qxa8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to a5 (#1).
- Strong! queen to a8 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead b6, then Qxa5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #809.
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