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Advantage Puzzle (2117)

After the setup move Ng5, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Ng5. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0aD3z
Rating
2117
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Middlegame
Material
Material is level
FEN
1r3rk1/pp3ppp/2nqp3/3p2nb/3P4/1Q2PN1P/PP2BPP1/R3BRK1 w - - 4 15

What to look for

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

AdvantageMiddlegame

Solution

15. Nxg5 15... Bxe2 16. Qc2

The full forcing line from the source position is:

14... Ng5 15. Nxg5 15... Bxe2 16. Qc2

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