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Advantage Puzzle (1978)

After the setup move Kg8, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kg8. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0nCsS
Rating
1978
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Black is ahead by 4 points
FEN
r1b2rk1/pp1n2p1/8/3p2P1/1q6/4P3/PP3PP1/R2Q1K1R w - - 1 17

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

17. Qxd5+ 17... Rf7 18. g6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

16... Kg8 17. Qxd5+ 17... Rf7 18. g6

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