Mate in 3: knight to e6 (g7·4)
c9-15795Puzzle 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
18. Ne6+ Ke8 19. Qf8+ Rxf8 20. Ng7#
Why it works
- Best move. knight to e6 is exactly what the engine plays (+5.9).
- Spot on — queen to f8 (#1).
- Strong! knight to g7 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke8, then Qf8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #237.
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