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Chess tactic

Endgame Puzzle (980)

After the setup move Kh2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kh2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0maJp
Rating
980
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
5r1k/1q4p1/p2P4/1p6/7p/P2Q2PP/1P5K/3R4 b - - 2 34

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

34... Rf2+ 35. Kg1 35... Qg2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34. Kh2 34... Rf2+ 35. Kg1 35... Qg2#

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