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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (827)

After the setup move Qf5, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qf5. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0D2ci
Rating
827
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
8/6pk/3p2rp/p3qQ2/2P4P/1P4P1/P5PK/5R2 b - - 6 36

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

36... Qxg3+ 37. Kg1 37... Qxg2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

36. Qf5 36... Qxg3+ 37. Kg1 37... Qxg2#

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