Chess: 900 to 1800

Rook mate

Cut the king off with the rook, push it back with your king, and check only in the opposition.

  • 12 min
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  • Lesson 57 of 132

Six steps: two explanations, a demonstration, two find-the-move exercises, and a position to play out against the engine. Becomes essential around 800.

Rook mate The square arrow button opens this screen in the full trainer, with its menu and settings. Credit: Chess Trainer

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