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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1026)

After the setup move Rd1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0c0sR
Rating
1026
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 1
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
8/5pkp/P1R2pr1/8/8/5P1n/7P/3R3K b - - 2 37

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 1

Solution

37... Nf2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

37. Rd1 37... Nf2#

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