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Endgame Puzzle (563)

After the setup move Nd2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Nd2. White to move.
Puzzle ID
09ZcB
Rating
563
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
6k1/p1r2pp1/4p2p/3p4/3P4/3B1PP1/3n3P/1R4K1 w - - 6 39

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

39. Rb8+ 39... Rc8 40. Rxc8#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

38... Nd2 39. Rb8+ 39... Rc8 40. Rxc8#

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