Mate in 3: rook to d1 (e1·2)
c9-26529Puzzle 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
34. Rd1+ Ke8 35. Bc6+ Kf8 36. Rd8#
Why it works
- Great move! rook to d1 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to c6 (#1).
- Precise: rook to d8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke8, then Bc6+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #867.
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