Mate in 3: rook to b1 (d1·2)
c9-26696Puzzle 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
30. Rb1+ Bb6 31. Rxb6+ Ka7 32. Qxc7#
Why it works
- Great move! rook to b1 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Well found: rook to b6 (#1).
- Strong! queen to c7 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Bb6, then Rxb6+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #701.
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