Mate in 3: bishop to f6 (c3·2)
c9-28433naming tag (square·N)Shuffle Rating 1630Theme: Chess960 twist: use the unusual starting setup of the pieces.
TypeMate in 3
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
31. Bxf6 h4 32. Bg7+ Kh5 33. Bf7#
Why it works
- Best move. bishop to f6 is exactly what the engine plays (#2).
- Spot on — bishop to g7 (#1).
- Precise: bishop to f7 is the top choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead h4, then Bg7+ and you win the bishop.
About this position
These pieces come from starting position #775.
SP-775 · ThroneGuard — A central king (d or e) and two knights tucked onto inner files: the family that holds the standard array, SP-518.
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