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Advantage Puzzle (1316)

After the setup move Qxd4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxd4. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0H6E1
Rating
1316
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Discovered Attack, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 3 points
FEN
r3k2r/1b2bppp/p3pn2/1pn3B1/3q4/2NB4/PPP2PPP/2RQR1K1 w kq - 0 14

What to look for

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

AdvantageDiscovered AttackMiddlegame

Solution

14. Bxb5+ 14... axb5 15. Qxd4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

13... Qxd4 14. Bxb5+ 14... axb5 15. Qxd4

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