Chess tactic

Advantage Puzzle (2168)

After the setup move Rc7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Rc7. White to move.

Puzzle ID

07tfu

Rating

2168

Side to move

White

Themes

Advantage, Attraction, Exposed King

Material

Black is ahead by 3 points

FEN

1k1r4/nPr3p1/P2b3p/8/4p3/2N1B2P/5PP1/R5K1 w - - 5 32

What to look for

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

32. Bxa7+ 32... Kxa7 33. Nb5+ 33... Kb6 34. Nxd6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

31... Rc7 32. Bxa7+ 32... Kxa7 33. Nb5+ 33... Kb6 34. Nxd6