Mate in 3: pawn to d7 (d6·5)
c9-11719Puzzle 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
19. d7+ Kd8 20. Bxb6+ Rxb6 21. Qxb6#
Why it works
- Great move! pawn to d7 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to b6 (#1).
- Strong! queen to b6 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kd8, then Bxb6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #690.
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