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Endgame Puzzle (883)

After the setup move Rdd2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rdd2. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0NMrM
Rating
883
Side to move
White
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
6k1/pp3p1p/b3p3/6pN/P5P1/1P2R2P/3r3r/2R1K3 w - - 1 33

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

33. Rc8+ 33... Rd8 34. Rxd8#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

32... Rdd2 33. Rc8+ 33... Rd8 34. Rxd8#

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