Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2035)

After the setup move Bxc3, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Bxc3. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0ZiUd

Rating

2035

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

1r2r1k1/1p3p2/p1p5/P1Pp3R/3P4/2b2BP1/6K1/7R w - - 0 29

What to look for

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

29. Rg5+ 29... Kf8 30. Rh8+ 30... Ke7 31. Re5+

The full forcing line from the source position is:

28... Bxc3 29. Rg5+ 29... Kf8 30. Rh8+ 30... Ke7 31. Re5+