Mate in 3: bishop to c3 (d2)
c9-23068Puzzle rating: 1630Theme: 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. Bxc3 b6 30. Rdd7 Rb7 31. Rfe7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c3 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- rook to d7 develops smoothly.
- Precise: rook to e7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead b6, then Rdd7 and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #278.
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