Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (1837)

After the setup move Rhd8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rhd8. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0eEpL

Rating

1837

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Deflection, Endgame

Material

Material is level

FEN

3r4/4N1pp/p5bk/4R3/8/1P5P/P7/3rR1K1 w - - 16 35

What to look for

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

35. Ng8+ 35... Rxg8 36. Rxd1

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34... Rhd8 35. Ng8+ 35... Rxg8 36. Rxd1