Mate in 3: rook to c1 (e1·2)
c9-28149Puzzle 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
26. Rxc1 Nd1+ 27. Ka1 b5 28. Qc7#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to c1 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- king to a1 develops smoothly.
- Precise: queen to c7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Nd1+, then Ka1 and you win the queen.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #676.
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