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Advantage Puzzle (1506)

After the setup move Qxa1, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxa1. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0AiOE
Rating
1506
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 4 points
FEN
2r1k1nr/pp1b1p1p/4p3/2bpP1p1/3N4/P3B2P/2B2PP1/qN1Q1RK1 w k - 0 14

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

14. Nb3 14... Bxe3 15. Nxa1

The full forcing line from the source position is:

13... Qxa1 14. Nb3 14... Bxe3 15. Nxa1

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