Mate in 3: bishop to e4 (f3·2)
c9-27498Puzzle 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
36. Be4+ Rg6 37. Bxg6+ Kxg6 38. Qe4#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to e4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to g6 (#1).
- Precise: queen to e4 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rg6, then Bxg6+ and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #219.
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