Mate in 3: rook to b7 (b5·2)
c9-28498Puzzle 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
24. Rb7+ Ke8 25. Rd1 Ne6 26. Bb5#
Why it works
- Best move. rook to b7 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- rook to d1 develops smoothly.
- Precise: bishop to b5 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Ke8, then Rd1 and you stay on top.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #623.
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