Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1160)

After the setup move Rxc2, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rxc2. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0gmKZ

Rating

1160

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

2r3k1/5p1p/pn1N2p1/1p6/4p3/P3P3/2rR1PPP/R5K1 w - - 0 27

What to look for

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

27. Nxc8 27... Rxd2 28. Nxb6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

26... Rxc2 27. Nxc8 27... Rxd2 28. Nxb6