Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1309)

After the setup move Rc7, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rc7. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0es4n

Rating

1309

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

White is ahead by 3 points

FEN

8/1rRP2k1/1p1qp2p/pQ3pp1/Pn1P4/4P3/5PPP/2R2K2 b - - 2 30

What to look for

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

30... Rxc7 31. Rxc7 31... Qxc7 32. Qe5+ 32... Qxe5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

30. Rc7 30... Rxc7 31. Rxc7 31... Qxc7 32. Qe5+ 32... Qxe5