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Advantage Puzzle (1469)

After the setup move Qxa3, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxa3. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0R1Ri
Rating
1469
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 3 points
FEN
r3k2r/1pp1bpp1/2n1p2p/p2pN3/3PnP2/qPN1P3/P2P2PP/R2Q1RK1 w kq - 0 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. Nb5 13... Qb4 14. Nxc7+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

12... Qxa3 13. Nb5 13... Qb4 14. Nxc7+

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