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Advantage Puzzle (1718)

After the setup move Qd3, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qd3. White to move.
Puzzle ID
02MCr
Rating
1718
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 1 point
FEN
1n1r3k/p4pp1/bp1Pp2p/4P2P/Q4B2/2Nq1BP1/PP3P2/6K1 w - - 3 29

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

29. Be2 29... Qxe2 30. Nxe2

The full forcing line from the source position is:

28... Qd3 29. Be2 29... Qxe2 30. Nxe2

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