Mate in 3: bishop to c6 (d5·4)
c9-24391Puzzle 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
35. Bc6+ Kf7 36. Qf6+ Kg8 37. Bd5#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to f6 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to d5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kf7, then Qf6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #359.
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