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Advantage Puzzle (992)

After the setup move Kxf7, it is White to move. Find the forcing continuation before checking the solution.

Position after Kxf7. White to move.
Puzzle ID
0cpQv
Rating
992
Side to move
White
Themes
Advantage, Endgame, Fork
Material
Black is ahead by 3 points
FEN
5b2/5k2/p1rpN1p1/1p6/1P2PB2/8/5KP1/8 w - - 0 49

What to look for

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

AdvantageEndgameFork

Solution

49. Nd8+ 49... Ke8 50. Nxc6

The full forcing line from the source position is:

48... Kxf7 49. Nd8+ 49... Ke8 50. Nxc6

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