Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1447)

After the setup move Rb7, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rb7. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

02JVU

Rating

1447

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Endgame, Sacrifice

Material

White is ahead by 4 points

FEN

3k4/1R6/8/1P2K1p1/1r2B3/2p3PP/8/8 b - - 3 45

What to look for

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

45... Rxe4+ 46. Kxe4 46... c2

The full forcing line from the source position is:

45. Rb7 45... Rxe4+ 46. Kxe4 46... c2