Mate in 3: pawn to g6 (f5·4)
c9-17987Puzzle rating: 1980Theme: 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
24. fxg6 Rd7 25. Qf8+ Bxf8 26. Rxf8#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to g6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to f8 (#1).
- Strong! rook to f8 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rd7, then Qf8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #165.
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