Mate in 3: bishop to e4 (h1·5)
c9-22257Puzzle 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
25. Bxe4 Bf6 26. Rxf6 c5 27. Bc6#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to e4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to f6 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to c6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Bf6, then Rxf6 and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #683.
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