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Advantage Puzzle (1527)

After the setup move Qxd6, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxd6. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0XuiV
Rating
1527
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
r5k1/pp3pbp/2pQ2p1/6r1/7q/1PN1P3/P4PB1/2R1R1K1 b - - 0 25

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

25... Be5 26. Qxe5 26... Rxe5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

25. Qxd6 25... Be5 26. Qxe5 26... Rxe5

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