Mate in 3: bishop to c6 (g2·2)
c9-26276Puzzle 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
21. Bxc6 Nf6 22. Rxf6 g5 23. Rf8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — rook to f6 (#1).
- Precise: rook to f8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nf6, then Rxf6 and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #647.
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