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Advantage Puzzle (1115)

After the setup move Kb8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kb8. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0kZsD
Rating
1115
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Discovered Attack, Opening
Material
Black is ahead by 1 point
FEN
1k1r1bnr/ppp2p1p/1n3q2/3P4/4PBQ1/2P5/PP4PP/RN3RK1 w - - 3 15

What to look for

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

AdvantageDiscovered AttackOpening

Solution

15. Bxc7+ 15... Kxc7 16. Rxf6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

14... Kb8 15. Bxc7+ 15... Kxc7 16. Rxf6

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