Mate in 3: pawn to c6 (b5·2)
c9-28225Puzzle 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
28. bxc6+ Ka7 29. Qc5+ Ka6 30. Qb6#
Why it works
- Best move. pawn to c6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — queen to c5 (#1).
- Precise: queen to b6 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ka7, then Qc5+ and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #870.
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