What is the tragedy of fate in

The tragedy of fate in Oedipus the King lies in the protagonist's inability to escape his predetermined destiny, despite his best efforts to avoid it. Oedipus is fated to kill his father and marry his mother, leading to his downfall and suffering. This tragic fate is set in motion by the oracle's prophecy that he would commit these terrible deeds, which becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy as Oedipus tries to avoid them. His own actions, driven by his hubris and ignorance of the truth, ultimately lead him to the tragic realization of his fate. The play serves as a cautionary tale about the power of fate and the futility of attempting to escape one's destiny.