Mate in 3: knight to d6 (f5·3)
c9-15341Puzzle 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
25. Nd6+ Ke7 26. Rf7+ Kd8 27. Bf6#
Why it works
- Great move! knight to d6 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — rook to f7 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to f6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke7, then Rf7+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #640.
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