Mate in 3: double attack on f1 (c4)
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Black to move — find the best continuation
The tactical motive
Double attack: one move creates two threats at once.
Black to move — find the best continuation
Solution & explanation
Main line
35... Qf1+ 36. Kxf1 Ng3+ 37. Ke1 Rf1#
Why it works
- Great move! queen to f1 keeps the pressure (#2).
- Well found: knight to g3 (#1).
- Strong! rook to f1 is the sharp choice (#).
- The line ends in a forced mate in 3.
- If instead Kxf1, then Ng3+ and you stay on top.
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