Mate in 3: bishop to b5 (d3·2)
c9-28176Puzzle 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
30. Bb5+ Kc7 31. Be5+ Kb7 32. Qb8#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to b5 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to e5 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b8 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kc7, then Be5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #292.
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