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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (1639)

After the setup move Kb3, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kb3. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
01wIv
Rating
1639
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
3r4/p5R1/8/2p2p1k/4rB2/1KP2bR1/PP3P2/8 b - - 4 40

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

40... Bd1+ 41. Ka3 41... Ra4#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

40. Kb3 40... Bd1+ 41. Ka3 41... Ra4#

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