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Advantage Puzzle (1127)

After the setup move b4, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after b4. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0W1BP
Rating
1127
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Deflection, Middlegame
Material
Material is level
FEN
r3r2k/pp4pp/1np1B3/8/1P6/6QP/P1q2PP1/3RR1K1 b - - 0 23

What to look for

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

AdvantageDeflectionMiddlegame

Solution

23... Rxe6 24. Rxe6 24... Qxd1+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

23. b4 23... Rxe6 24. Rxe6 24... Qxd1+

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