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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (437)

After the setup move Bd1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Bd1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
041Bo
Rating
437
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Hanging Piece, Mate
Material
White is ahead by 4 points
FEN
8/3b3p/3p2pQ/8/2P2P2/3P2k1/P6p/1r1B3K b - - 2 33

What to look for

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

EndgameHanging PieceMate

Solution

33... Rxd1#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

33. Bd1 33... Rxd1#

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