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Advantage Puzzle (911)

After the setup move e4, it is Black to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after e4. Black to move.
Puzzle ID
0TlIw
Rating
911
Side to move
Black
Themes
Advantage, Fork, Hanging Piece
Material
White is ahead by 1 point
FEN
rn3rk1/pp1n1pb1/3p2p1/3Np1q1/1P2P3/8/P2BBP1R/R2QK1N1 b Q - 0 17

What to look for

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

AdvantageForkHanging Piece

Solution

17... Qxg1+ 18. Bf1 18... Qxh2

The full forcing line from the source position is:

17. e4 17... Qxg1+ 18. Bf1 18... Qxh2

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