Mate in 3: bishop to d6 (b4·2)
c9-28108Puzzle 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
32. Bxd6 Rc7 33. Qxc7 f4 34. Qb8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to d6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c7 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Rc7, then Qxc7 and you win the rook.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #681.
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