Mate in 3: king to d2 (c1)
c9-23354Puzzle 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
26. Kxd2 Kc7 27. Qb7+ Kd8 28. Bf6#
Why it works
- Best move. king to d2 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to b7 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to f6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kc7, then Qb7+ and you win the queen.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #849.
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