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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1008)

After the setup move Ke7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Ke7. White to move.
Puzzle ID
07q1J
Rating
1008
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
4r3/4k1b1/p5p1/1pN2p1p/5P2/1QP3P1/PP3KNq/8 w - - 2 37

What to look for

A tactic from a reduced-material position where king activity and promotion threats matter.

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

37. Qe6+ 37... Kf8 38. Nd7#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

36... Ke7 37. Qe6+ 37... Kf8 38. Nd7#

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