Mate in 3: rook to c7 (c5)
c9-26085Puzzle 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
17. Rxc7 Nc3+ 18. Ke1 Na4 19. Qxf7#
Why it works
- Great move! rook to c7 keeps the pressure (#2).
- king to e1 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to f7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nc3+, then Ke1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #274.
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