Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1294)

After the setup move Qc4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qc4. White to move.

Puzzle ID

07RTG

Rating

1294

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Attraction, Fork

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

r2r2k1/2p3p1/1pn1p1Np/p3Pp2/2qP1P2/2P2Q1P/6P1/1R3RK1 w - - 1 23

What to look for

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

23. Qxc6 23... Qxc6 24. Ne7+ 24... Kh7 25. Nxc6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

22... Qc4 23. Qxc6 23... Qxc6 24. Ne7+ 24... Kh7 25. Nxc6