Mate in 2: queen to b6 (g1·2)
c9-22756Puzzle rating: 1450Theme: 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. Qxb6+ Ka8 26. Nc7#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to b6 is exactly what the engine plays (#1).
- Spot on — knight to c7 (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 2.
- If instead Ka8, then Nc7# and it is mate.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #376.
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