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Advantage Puzzle (1409)

After the setup move Rd2, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd2. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0VxHs
Rating
1409
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Attraction, Fork
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
5rk1/p1p2pb1/1p3qpp/3Br3/Q7/2P1P1P1/PP1R1P1P/5R1K b - - 10 23

What to look for

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

AdvantageAttractionFork

Solution

23... Rxd5 24. Rxd5 24... Qf3+ 25. Kg1 25... Qxd5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

23. Rd2 23... Rxd5 24. Rxd5 24... Qf3+ 25. Kg1 25... Qxd5

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