Mate in 3: knight to b5 (c3·7)
c9-12493Puzzle 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
39. Nb5+ Ka6 40. Qf6+ b6 41. Bc8#
Why it works
- Best move. knight to b5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to f6 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to c8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka6, then Qf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #837.
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