Mate in 3: queen to c7 (e5·2)
c9-13126Puzzle rating: 1860Theme: 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
18. Qc7+ Ka6 19. Qc6+ Ka5 20. b4#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to c7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c6 (#1).
- Precise: pawn to b4 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka6, then Qc6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #359.
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