Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1656)

After the setup move Rh8, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rh8. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0J44k

Rating

1656

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

White is ahead by 1 point

FEN

2r4R/1Qnk1pp1/4p3/1N1p2P1/P2P4/5q2/1PP5/1K6 b - - 1 26

What to look for

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

26... Qf1+ 27. Ka2 27... Qc4+ 28. Ka3 28... Rxh8

The full forcing line from the source position is:

26. Rh8 26... Qf1+ 27. Ka2 27... Qc4+ 28. Ka3 28... Rxh8