K+R vs. K (For 1500 and below rated only)

22 May 08

22 May 08

K+R vs. K endings are simple. Here, how many moves do you need to get mate?

Montgomery

22 May 08

Originally posted by Kirkland
K+R vs. K endings are simple. Here, how many moves do you need to get mate?[fen]5K2/8/8/6kr/8/8/8/8 w--01 [/fen]

3 moves are needed

1. ... Kf6
2. Ke8 Rd5
3. Kf8 Rd8#

2. Kg8 Rh (anything but h7 or h8)
3. Kf8 Rh8#