Mate in 3: bishop to c4 (d3·2)
c9-13613Puzzle rating: 2210Theme: 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
30. Bc4+ Qd5 31. Qf5+ Kg8 32. Re8#
Why it works
- Great move! bishop to c4 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — queen to f5 (#1).
- Precise: rook to e8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Qd5, then Qf5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #198.
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