White to move

The position

This beginner puzzle (rating 870) asks White to move to find the winning idea. It features these themes: X-Ray Attack, Mate in 2, Back-Rank Mate.

It is White to move. Look for the tactic hiding in the position — X-Ray Attack, Mate in 2, Back-Rank Mate. Drag a piece on the board to play your move; the puzzle will tell you if you found the best continuation.

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