Problem

Source: 2024 CTST P2

Tags: Kiepert Hyperbola, geometry, conics, 2024 CTST



In acute triangle $\triangle {ABC}$, $\angle A > \angle B > \angle C$. $\triangle {AC_1B}$ and $\triangle {CB_1A}$ are isosceles triangles such that $\triangle {AC_1B} \stackrel{+}{\sim} \triangle {CB_1A}$. Let lines $BB_1, CC_1$ intersects at ${T}$. Prove that if all points mentioned above are distinct, $\angle ATC$ isn't a right angle.