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Greco's Mate

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Gioachino Greco vs NN

Greco's Mate

1620
Rome
Intermediate

The legendary Italian master demonstrates the famous back rank weakness pattern.

Result: 1-0 - Checkmate by White

Pro tip: Visualize each move in your mind before revealing the position.

Reveal position every
39 moves

Key Moments

  • #21Bxf7+! Bishop sacrifice opens lines
  • #29Qf3+ continues the attack
  • #37Qf7# - Beautiful checkmate!