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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (922)

After the setup move Qxf3, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxf3. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0T1mx
Rating
922
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 1
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
6rk/8/7p/1P2b2q/p7/P2P1Q2/4PP1P/1R5K b - - 0 36

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 1

Solution

36... Qxh2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

36. Qxf3 36... Qxh2#

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