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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1311)

After the setup move Kh5, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kh5. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0jG85
Rating
1311
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
6k1/4Qp2/2N4p/3q2pK/8/4P2P/6r1/2R5 b - - 1 37

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

37... Qf3+ 38. Kxh6 38... Qxh3#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

37. Kh5 37... Qf3+ 38. Kxh6 38... Qxh3#

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