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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1304)

After the setup move d2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after d2. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0FAtz
Rating
1304
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 1 point
FEN
3r1r2/7p/p3Q3/kp6/6P1/1PP2p2/3p1P1P/5K2 w - - 0 43

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

43. b4+ 43... Ka4 44. Qa2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

42... d2 43. b4+ 43... Ka4 44. Qa2#

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