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Endgame Puzzle (1216)

After the setup move Kxh8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kxh8. White to move.
Puzzle ID
02NrU
Rating
1216
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 10 points
FEN
r4r1k/1pq3p1/2pbp1p1/p3P1N1/8/2P1PQ2/PP4P1/2K5 w - - 0 21

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

21. Qh3+ 21... Kg8 22. Qh7#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

20... Kxh8 21. Qh3+ 21... Kg8 22. Qh7#

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