Mate in 3: bishop to c6 (d5·3)
c9-23086Puzzle 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
28. Bxc6+ Kxc6 29. Qd5+ Kd7 30. c6#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to d5 (#1).
- Precise: pawn to c6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kxc6, then Qd5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #715.
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