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Advantage Puzzle (1359)

After the setup move Kh1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kh1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0ExMd
Rating
1359
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Deflection, Endgame
Material
White is ahead by 2 points
FEN
r5k1/1p4bp/3Q2p1/3P1p2/8/4q1P1/4P2P/1R3R1K b - - 1 24

What to look for

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

AdvantageDeflectionEndgame

Solution

24... Qe4+ 25. Rf3 25... Qxb1+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

24. Kh1 24... Qe4+ 25. Rf3 25... Qxb1+

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