Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1586)

After the setup move Rd1, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rd1. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0YsqM

Rating

1586

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

3q1k1r/pp3p1p/2p2Pp1/8/4Q3/8/PPN3PP/3r1R1K w - - 3 26

What to look for

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

26. Qe7+ 26... Qxe7 27. fxe7+ 27... Kxe7 28. Rxd1

The full forcing line from the source position is:

25... Rd1 26. Qe7+ 26... Qxe7 27. fxe7+ 27... Kxe7 28. Rxd1