Mate in 3: bishop to e4 (h1·4)
c9-12381Puzzle 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
35. Bxe4 Kf7 36. Qd8 Kf6 37. Qf8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to e4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- queen to d8 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to f8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kf7, then Qd8 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #235.
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