Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2061)

After the setup move Rff7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rff7. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0RE1j

Rating

2061

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Middlegame

Material

Black is ahead by 1 point

FEN

3q3k/2r2rp1/p3Q1p1/1p6/1Pn1R3/P7/2P2PPP/5RK1 w - - 2 26

What to look for

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

26. Qh3+ 26... Kg8 27. Rh4 27... Qxh4 28. Qxh4

The full forcing line from the source position is:

25... Rff7 26. Qh3+ 26... Kg8 27. Rh4 27... Qxh4 28. Qxh4