Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1409)

After the setup move Rg6, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rg6. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0k0HL

Rating

1409

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

8/p7/1p4r1/2p1p3/4k1N1/P4nP1/6KP/3R4 w - - 12 38

What to look for

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

38. Nf2+ 38... Ke3 39. Rd3+ 39... Ke2 40. Rxf3

The full forcing line from the source position is:

37... Rg6 38. Nf2+ 38... Ke3 39. Rd3+ 39... Ke2 40. Rxf3