Mate in 3: queen to b7 (b1·2)
c9-25861Puzzle 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
30. Qxb7 d4 31. Bxd4 Kh7 32. Qxg7#
Why it works
- Best move. queen to b7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to d4 (#1).
- Precise: queen to g7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead d4, then Bxd4 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #101.
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