Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1158)

After the setup move Kh8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kh8. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0ECTq

Rating

1158

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame, Exposed King

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

7k/6b1/3pQ2p/2pP4/2n5/2P3BP/1P4PK/3q4 w - - 3 35

What to look for

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

35. Qe8+ 35... Kh7 36. Qe4+ 36... Kg8 37. Qxc4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34... Kh8 35. Qe8+ 35... Kh7 36. Qe4+ 36... Kg8 37. Qxc4