Mate in 3: pawn to d7 (d6·3)
c9-28174Puzzle 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
23. d7+ Ka7 24. Qxa5+ Kb8 25. Bf4#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to d7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to a5 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to f4 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka7, then Qxa5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #886.
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