Daily puzzle

#15 · June 24, 2026
David Howell
David Howell

This composition is designed to train your thought process. By trying to limit the opponent's options, you force them to submit to your plans. How can you set up the mating net?

Composed by Agnel • American Chess-Nuts • 1868
Solution

Qc7 cxd2 Qc3#

Good job! As early as move one, you only gave your opponent one legal move. Then you checkmated . Applying this to more complex positions is a great way to train your calculation skills.