Mate in 3: bishop to d6 (e5·2)
c9-10779Puzzle 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
36. Bxd6 Rg7 37. Qf6 b6 38. Qf8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- queen to f6 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to f8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rg7, then Qf6 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #271.
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