Mate in 3: rook to d4 (d1·5)
c9-16853Puzzle 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
33. Rdxd4 Rb8 34. Rxd5+ Rxb2 35. Rd8#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to d4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to d5 (#1).
- Precise: rook to d8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rb8, then Rxd5+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #7.
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