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Endgame Puzzle (1223)

After the setup move Qd7, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qd7. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0QbWA
Rating
1223
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
5rk1/p2Qq2p/4P1p1/8/5n2/1B3P2/PP3P2/4R1K1 b - - 2 40

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

40... Qg5+ 41. Kf1 41... Qg2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

40. Qd7 40... Qg5+ 41. Kf1 41... Qg2#

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