Mate in 3: queen to e6 (e1·3)
c9-22197Puzzle 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. Qxe6 Nb6 25. b8=Q+ Nc8 26. Qbxc8#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to e6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — pawn to b8 (#1).
- Precise: queen to c8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nb6, then b8=Q+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #70.
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