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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1155)

After the setup move Rc1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rc1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0HxyC
Rating
1155
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
6k1/4q1r1/p7/1p5Q/3P4/P7/P6P/2R4K b - - 1 39

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

39... Qe4+ 40. Qf3 40... Qxf3#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

39. Rc1 39... Qe4+ 40. Qf3 40... Qxf3#

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