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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1204)

After the setup move Qb8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qb8. White to move.
Puzzle ID
072uQ
Rating
1204
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
rq4k1/5p1p/3p2p1/1P6/2QPp3/1B5P/5PPK/8 w - - 3 35

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

35. Qxf7+ 35... Kh8 36. Qf6#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34... Qb8 35. Qxf7+ 35... Kh8 36. Qf6#

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