Mate in 3: rook to c6 (c1)
c9-12700Puzzle rating: 1990Theme: 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
40. R1c6+ Ka5 41. Ra6+ Kb4 42. Rc4#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to a6 (#1).
- Strong! rook to c4 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka5, then Ra6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #506.
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