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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (873)

After the setup move Rh1, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rh1. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0VfNq
Rating
873
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 1
Material
Material is level
FEN
4b3/3nk2p/4p1pP/3pP1P1/1p1N2K1/1P6/2P2R2/3B3r w - - 26 49

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 1

Solution

49. Nc6#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

48... Rh1 49. Nc6#

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