Mate in 3: bishop to d6 (b4·3)
c9-11511Puzzle rating: 1760Theme: 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
38. Bxd6 Nc8 39. Qxc7+ Ka8 40. Qb7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c7 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nc8, then Qxc7+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #569.
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