Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1042)

After the setup move Rc2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rc2. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0NFsc

Rating

1042

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Discovered Attack, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

2R5/3N2pk/p3r2p/8/2p5/7P/2r2PP1/6K1 w - - 4 38

What to look for

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

38. Nf8+ 38... Kg8 39. Nxe6+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

37... Rc2 38. Nf8+ 38... Kg8 39. Nxe6+