Mate in 3: bishop to f6 (g5·4)
c9-28248Puzzle 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
29. Bxf6+ Ke6 30. Bg8+ Rxg8 31. Qf7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to g8 (#1).
- Precise: queen to f7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke6, then Bg8+ and you win the knight.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #620.
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