Mate in 3: bishop to b5 (f1·2)
c9-27553Puzzle 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
28. Bb5+ Ke6 29. Qxa2+ Nd5 30. Qxd5#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to b5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to a2 (#1).
- Precise: queen to d5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke6, then Qxa2+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #622.
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