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Endgame Puzzle (1188)

After the setup move Qxa2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxa2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0MzWy
Rating
1188
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 6 points
FEN
1R6/6k1/8/6K1/6P1/8/Q7/5q2 b - - 0 50

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

50... Qf6+ 51. Kh5 51... Qh6#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

50. Qxa2 50... Qf6+ 51. Kh5 51... Qh6#

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