Mate in 3: queen to d6 (f6·2)
c9-23039Puzzle 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
30. Qxd6 Nd3 31. Qg6+ Kd5 32. e4#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to g6 (#1).
- Strong! pawn to e4 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nd3, then Qg6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #77.
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