Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2117)

After the setup move Nf5+, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Nf5+. Black to move.

Puzzle ID

0j6uk

Rating

2117

Side to move

Black

Themes

Advantage, Defensive Move, Endgame

Material

White is ahead by 1 point

FEN

4r3/1p3pk1/2p4p/2Q2Np1/1P2n3/P3P2P/1q3PP1/3R2K1 b - - 6 34

What to look for

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

34... Kh7 35. Qc4 35... Qxf2+ 36. Kh2 36... Qxf5

The full forcing line from the source position is:

34. Nf5+ 34... Kh7 35. Qc4 35... Qxf2+ 36. Kh2 36... Qxf5