Mate in 3: queen to d8 (f6·2)
c9-23614Puzzle 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. Qxd8+ Rg8 29. Bc3+ Be5 30. Bxe5#
Why it works
- Great move! queen to d8 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to c3 (#1).
- Strong! bishop to e5 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rg8, then Bc3+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #200.
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