Mate in 3: pawn to e7 (e6)
c9-26022Puzzle 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
29. e7+ Ke8 30. Qg8+ Qf8 31. exf8=Q#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to e7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to g8 (#1).
- Precise: pawn to f8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke8, then Qg8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #658.
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