Mate in 3: rook to c7 (c1·4)
c9-13990Puzzle 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
26. Rc7+ Rxc7 27. Qxc7+ Kf6 28. fxg5#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to c7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c7 (#1).
- Precise: pawn to g5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rxc7, then Qxc7+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #186.
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