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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1278)

After the setup move Rd4, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd4. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0bhaa
Rating
1278
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 4 points
FEN
4r2k/p6P/8/8/3R4/5bp1/P2p1N2/1R4K1 b - - 1 41

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

41... Re1+ 42. Rxe1 42... dxe1=Q#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

41. Rd4 41... Re1+ 42. Rxe1 42... dxe1=Q#

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