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Advantage Puzzle (1456)

After the setup move Qg5, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qg5. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0J7XL
Rating
1456
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
r3k1nr/pp3p1p/2pp2p1/2b1p1q1/2B1P3/2N2P2/PPPP1P1P/R1B2Q1K w kq - 2 13

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

13. d4 13... Qf6 14. dxc5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

12... Qg5 13. d4 13... Qf6 14. dxc5

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