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Opera mate

A rook mates on the edge, guarded by a bishop, while the king’s own piece blocks its escape.

White to play · rated 1288

Find the move

Work it out first, then step through the answer.

Your move
Move 1 of 3
Move 2 of 3
Move 3 of 3
Explanations written by Peek AI

How to spot it

  1. 1

    King on the back rank

    One of its own pieces beside it.

  2. 2

    Rook to the edge

    Checking along the rank.

  3. 3

    Bishop behind the rook

    Guarding it from a distance.

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