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Advantage Puzzle (896)

After the setup move Ne4, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Ne4. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0ZVv1
Rating
896
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Endgame, Skewer
Material
Black is ahead by 1 point
FEN
3R4/8/8/p1kp4/P3n1P1/1P6/2r2PK1/8 w - - 1 49

What to look for

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

AdvantageEndgameSkewer

Solution

49. Rc8+ 49... Kb4 50. Rxc2

The full forcing line from the source position is:

48... Ne4 49. Rc8+ 49... Kb4 50. Rxc2

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