Mate in 3: bishop to b3
c9-09769Puzzle 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. Bb3+ Bc4 26. Bxc4+ Kxg7 27. Qh6#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to b3 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to c4 (#1).
- Strong! queen to h6 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Bc4, then Bxc4+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #213.
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