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Advantage Puzzle (1658)

After the setup move Qxc6, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qxc6. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0Ly0C
Rating
1658
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
r1b2rk1/2qn1ppp/p1Q1pb2/2p1N3/N1P2P2/1P2P3/PB4PP/R4RK1 b - - 0 15

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

15... Bxe5 16. Qxc7 16... Bxc7

The full forcing line from the source position is:

15. Qxc6 15... Bxe5 16. Qxc7 16... Bxc7

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