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Advantage Puzzle (1938)

After the setup move Rc1, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rc1. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0XVSS
Rating
1938
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Endgame
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
8/p4k1p/1p6/5pp1/4p3/P1P1b2P/1PbB2PK/2R5 b - - 5 36

What to look for

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

AdvantageEndgame

Solution

36... Bxd2 37. Rxc2 37... e3

The full forcing line from the source position is:

36. Rc1 36... Bxd2 37. Rxc2 37... e3

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