Mate in 3: bishop to d4 (b6·2)
c9-28090Puzzle 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. Bd4+ Kf8 37. Qd8+ Qe8 38. Rxf5#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d4 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to d8 (#1).
- Precise: rook to f5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kf8, then Qd8+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #226.
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