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Advantage Puzzle (1365)

After the setup move Rd7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd7. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0iVzE
Rating
1365
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame, Pin
Material
Material is level
FEN
2Rr2k1/pQ1r2p1/4p2p/5pq1/5n2/4N3/PP3PPP/5RK1 w - - 3 23

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegamePin

Solution

23. Qxd7 23... Rxc8 24. Qxc8+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

22... Rd7 23. Qxd7 23... Rxc8 24. Qxc8+

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