Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1524)

After the setup move Rd6, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd6. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0h7vW

Rating

1524

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 2 points

FEN

8/2p2k1p/3rqn2/8/6Pp/4PQ1P/5P2/3R2K1 w - - 9 33

What to look for

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

33. Rxd6 33... Qxd6 34. g5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

32... Rd6 33. Rxd6 33... Qxd6 34. g5