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Rook Endgames

Ah, rook endgames—where strategy gets really interesting. One of the most important principles is activity: an active rook is often more valuable than material advantage. Then there’s the Lucena position, a classic winning method when the attacking king is in front of the pawn, and the defending king is cut off. The opposite is the Philidor position, crucial for defending—where the rook moves to the third rank to block pawns and force a draw.

Anything specific you’re curious about in rook endgames? Techniques, famous games, or maybe some tricky puzzles? 🎩♟️

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