Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1155)

After the setup move Qb2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qb2. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0hPxx

Rating

1155

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Deflection, Endgame

Material

White is ahead by 5 points

FEN

6k1/5pp1/4p2p/4P2P/2b2P2/2Pp4/pQ3KP1/8 b - - 1 36

What to look for

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

36... d2 37. Qxd2 37... a1=Q

The full forcing line from the source position is:

36. Qb2 36... d2 37. Qxd2 37... a1=Q