Mate in 3: pawn to d6 (d5·2)
c9-26403Puzzle 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
32. d6+ Rxd6 33. Qxd6+ Kc8 34. Qd8#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to d6 (#1).
- Precise: queen to d8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rxd6, then Qxd6+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #823.
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