Mate in 3: king to c2 (d2)
c9-27461Puzzle 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
40. Kxc2 axb3+ 41. Kd3 g6 42. Qg7#
Why it works
- Best move. king to c2 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- king to d3 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to g7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead axb3+, then Kd3 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #454.
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