Endgames · Lesson 72 of 92

Doubled Rooks Finish

Your rooks own the 7th and can seize the 8th. End it.

Find the winning move

Show the solution

Rg8#! Rooks doubled on the 7th or 8th rank are usually decisive. Get them there.

The position, then the answer.

This drill is one step. The full write-up — every rule, every pattern, every common mistake — is in the complete guide.

This lesson is one of 92 in the Grandmaster Academy — every one playable, with the pieces moving under your hand.