Mate in 3: queen to c7 (a5·2)
c9-14508Puzzle 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
32. Qc7+ Ka8 33. b6 Rxd5 34. Qa7#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to c7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- pawn to b6 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to a7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka8, then b6 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #877.
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