Mate in 3: king to c2 (d1)
c9-25196Puzzle 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. Kxc2 Rg8 30. Qc8+ Ke7 31. Rb7#
Why it works
- Best move. king to c2 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c8 (#1).
- Precise: rook to b7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rg8, then Qc8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #245.
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