Queen vs Rook
Winning the rook against a lone king and rook — one of the longest basic techniques in chess.
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Level 1 — Rook Cut Off From Its King
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 2 — Rook Shielding on a Central File
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 3 — Rook Far From Both Kings
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 4 — Rook Defended by King, Near an Edge
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 5 — Rook Defended by King, Corner Defence
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 6 — Rook Defended by King, Centre Board
Drive the king and rook into a fork with forcing checks, then win the exposed rook.
Level 7 — Course Practice
Face every course position without guidance. Reveal a hint only when you need one.