Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1178)

After the setup move Rxa4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rxa4. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0Ps4Q

Rating

1178

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame, Fork

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

1k6/pp3Q1p/3p1p2/2p2q2/r7/6P1/5P1P/2R3K1 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. Qe8+ 27... Qc8 28. Qxa4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

26... Rxa4 27. Qe8+ 27... Qc8 28. Qxa4