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Advantage Puzzle (1017)

After the setup move Nf5+, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Nf5+. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0V9LC
Rating
1017
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Material is level
FEN
r1b2r2/1p3pk1/2ppnRpp/p4N2/2PqP3/3PQ2P/PPB3P1/5RK1 b - - 6 22

What to look for

Convert a tactical opportunity into a lasting advantage, often by winning material or forcing a favorable ending.

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

22... gxf5 23. Qxd4 23... Nxd4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

22. Nf5+ 22... gxf5 23. Qxd4 23... Nxd4

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