Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1123)

After the setup move Qd8+, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qd8+. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

06yZ3

Rating

1123

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Endgame, Hanging Piece

Material

White is ahead by 3 points

FEN

3Q1k2/1r3p2/6p1/q4p2/P1B5/1P5R/1KP5/8 b - - 5 45

What to look for

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

45... Qxd8 46. Rh8+ 46... Ke7 47. Rxd8 47... Kxd8

The full forcing line from the source position is:

45. Qd8+ 45... Qxd8 46. Rh8+ 46... Ke7 47. Rxd8 47... Kxd8