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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1228)

After the setup move a2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after a2. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0n9vz
Rating
1228
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
3k4/3P4/2P3p1/3K2Pp/8/7P/p1n5/8 w - - 0 52

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

52. Kd6 52... h4 53. c7#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

51... a2 52. Kd6 52... h4 53. c7#

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