Mate in 3: bishop to d6 (g3·2)
c9-23274Puzzle 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
20. Bxd6+ exd6 21. Rxe8+ Rxe8 22. Qc7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to e8 (#1).
- Precise: queen to c7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead exd6, then Rxe8+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #686.
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