Mate in 3: double attack on h6
li-0KuxTPuzzle rating: 2115Theme: Double attack: one move creates two threats at once.
White to move — find the best continuation
The tactical motive
Double attack: one move creates two threats at once.
White to move — find the best continuation
Solution & explanation
Main line
26. Qxh6+ Kxh6 27. Nf5+ Kg6 28. Rh6#
Why it works
- Great move! queen to h6 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Well found: knight to f5 (#1).
- Strong! rook to h6 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kxh6, then Nf5+ and you stay on top.
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