Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1600)

After the setup move Qg5, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qg5. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0k9NK

Rating

1600

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

r3k2r/3p1pp1/pN2p2p/4P1q1/1p3Q2/8/PPP3PP/2KR4 w kq - 1 20

What to look for

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

20. Qxg5 20... hxg5 21. Nxa8

The full forcing line from the source position is:

19... Qg5 20. Qxg5 20... hxg5 21. Nxa8