Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1116)

After the setup move Rd2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd2. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0W4Ad

Rating

1116

Side to move

White

Themes

Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2

Material

Material is level

FEN

r5k1/1pR3p1/4p2p/7Q/1q2p3/pP2P2P/P2r1PP1/5RK1 w - - 2 27

What to look for

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

27. Qf7+ 27... Kh8 28. Qxg7#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

26... Rd2 27. Qf7+ 27... Kh8 28. Qxg7#