Blind Swine Mate Chess Puzzles
Two rooks on the seventh rank wreak havoc and deliver checkmate in this powerful pattern.
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About Blind Swine Mate
The blind swine mate features two rooks dominating the seventh rank, threatening to checkmate the king on the back rank. Named humorously for the 'blind' rooks that seem to stumble into checkmate, this pattern is actually a powerful strategic and tactical weapon. Doubled rooks on the seventh are a force to be reckoned with in any game.
How to use these puzzles
Study the position carefully before moving any pieces. Try to find the best move on your own, then click on the piece you want to move and select the target square. Use the Hint button if you get stuck. After solving the puzzle, use the Next Puzzlebutton in the Current Turn card to practice another position from this theme.