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Advantage Puzzle (1272)

After the setup move Rfg5, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rfg5. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0INUR
Rating
1272
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
r4rk1/p1p1b2p/6q1/6RR/3p4/P1PQP3/3N2PP/6K1 b - - 2 23

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

23... Bxg5 24. Qxg6+ 24... hxg6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

23. Rfg5 23... Bxg5 24. Qxg6+ 24... hxg6

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