Mate in 3: bishop to d5 (f3·2)
c9-24509Puzzle 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
29. Bxd5 Re7 30. Qxe7 b3 31. Qxb7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to e7 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Re7, then Qxe7 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #926.
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