Mate in 3: bishop to f6 (g5·2)
c9-26313Puzzle 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
18. Bxf6+ Rxf6 19. Qxf6+ Ke8 20. Qf8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Well found: queen to f6 (#1).
- Precise: queen to f8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rxf6, then Qxf6+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #207.
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