Mate in 3: rook to d1 (c1·2)
c9-23996Puzzle 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
22. Rd1+ Bd4 23. Rxd4+ Ke6 24. Qd5#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to d1 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to d4 (#1).
- Precise: queen to d5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Bd4, then Rxd4+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #872.
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