Mate in 3: bishop to c5 (g1·2)
c9-22799Puzzle 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
29. Bxc5 Nd5 30. Bxd5 Nf4 31. Bb7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to d5 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to b7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nd5, then Bxd5 and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #908.
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