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Endgame Puzzle (987)

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

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Position after Kh2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0UJr6
Rating
987
Side to move
Black
Themes
Endgame, Mate, Mate in 2
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
5k1r/R2R2p1/5q2/4p2p/2Q1P3/7P/P4PPK/1r6 b - - 3 26

What to look for

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

EndgameMateMate in 2

Solution

26... Qf4+ 27. g3 27... Qxf2#

The full forcing line from the source position is:

26. Kh2 26... Qf4+ 27. g3 27... Qxf2#

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