Mate in 3: bishop to e4 (h1·3)
c9-22406Puzzle rating: 1760Theme: 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
27. Bxe4+ Kc8 28. Qc6+ Kb8 29. Qb7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to e4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c6 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kc8, then Qc6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #883.
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