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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1535)

After the setup move Qxa6, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxa6. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0cCll
Rating
1535
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
5rk1/8/Q7/1p1p4/5r2/2P5/PP5P/6K1 b - - 0 35

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

35... Rg4+ 36. Kh1 36... Rf1#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

35. Qxa6 35... Rg4+ 36. Kh1 36... Rf1#

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