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Advantage Puzzle (1920)

After the setup move Nxf5, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Nxf5. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0IwJt
Rating
1920
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Endgame
Material
Black is ahead by 2 points
FEN
2k3r1/pp4pp/1np5/4pn1B/2P5/BP5P/P7/2KR4 w - - 0 26

What to look for

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

AdvantageEndgame

Solution

26. Bf7 26... Rd8 27. Be6+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

25... Nxf5 26. Bf7 26... Rd8 27. Be6+

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