Learn How to Mate in 2: Back Rank Mate
This chess puzzle is a classic example of a forcing mating net built around king safety. White’s queen and bishop coordinate to exploit the exposed black king, where the escape squares are limited and the defending pieces are poorly placed. In positions like this, the strongest move is often a check that restricts the king rather than winning material. The key idea is to use a direct threat that leaves the opponent with only one reply, then finish with a second forcing move.