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Endgame Puzzle (836)

After the setup move Kxf1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kxf1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
01OgB
Rating
836
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
r3r1k1/1ppQ1pp1/1p5p/1P6/3P4/2P5/3B1PPP/5K2 b - - 0 22

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

22... Ra1+ 23. Bc1 23... Rxc1#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

22. Kxf1 22... Ra1+ 23. Bc1 23... Rxc1#

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