Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2075)

After the setup move Rf2+, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rf2+. White to move.

Puzzle ID

0XLB5

Rating

2075

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Endgame

Material

Material is level

FEN

4r1k1/7p/p3P1pP/3N1p2/3b3R/P7/5rP1/3R1K2 w - - 3 35

What to look for

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

35. Kg1 35... Rd2+ 36. Rxd4 36... Rxd1+ 37. Rxd1

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34... Rf2+ 35. Kg1 35... Rd2+ 36. Rxd4 36... Rxd1+ 37. Rxd1