Back-rank mate Puzzles: Free Interactive Chess Puzzles

61 free chess puzzles on "Back-rank mate", rated from 418 to 1615. The coach explains every mistake, and the puzzles adapt to your level.

Back-rank mate: The enemy king is trapped behind its pawns. Exploit the back rank!

A king on its first rank, hemmed in by its own pawns, can be mated by a rook or queen on that rank.

Give your king an "escape square" (like h3 or h6) when the game calms down.

How to train this theme

  • Solve 5 puzzles a day, and take your time before every move.
  • Look for checks, captures and threats first.
  • Every puzzle you miss comes back in your review queue until you master it.

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