Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2017)

After the setup move Qc7, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Qc7. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0UJ2S

Rating

2017

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Endgame, Trapped Piece

Material

White is ahead by 1 point

FEN

k3r3/pRQ5/2n1q2p/6p1/5p2/P1B4P/1PP2P2/1K6 b - - 2 28

What to look for

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

28... Re7 29. Qxc6 29... Qxc6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

28. Qc7 28... Re7 29. Qxc6 29... Qxc6