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Endgame Puzzle (858)

After the setup move Rxf2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

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Position after Rxf2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0Rgr4
Rating
858
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 3 points
FEN
3r2k1/5q1p/2Q3p1/8/1P2P3/P7/5RPP/6K1 b - - 0 28

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

28... Rd1+ 29. Rf1 29... Rxf1#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

28. Rxf2 28... Rd1+ 29. Rf1 29... Rxf1#

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