Hagner–Wang Hao 2026 — A Hidden Endgame Mate

Objective: Find the shortest checkmate. This position is mate in 2.

Position and task condition

Not many pieces remain. Black’s king is active, while White has a rook, knight and a handful of pawns. Appearances are deceptive: the game can finish very quickly. Calculate Black’s reply to the first move.

B. Hagner – Wang Hao · 2026 · Hastings 2026

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