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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (545)

After the setup move Rg2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rg2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0l7TR
Rating
545
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Material is level
FEN
8/8/1p4P1/p4k1K/P3p3/8/1P4R1/5r2 b - - 2 42

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

42... Rh1+ 43. Rh2 43... Rxh2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

42. Rg2 42... Rh1+ 43. Rh2 43... Rxh2#

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