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This is a mating position. It requires you to remember a little known tip in chess.


- Solution: The little known tip is that your pieces, when attacking, sometimes have to move backwards! (or sideways!) 1.Qe2+ Ka4 2.Ra6+ bxa6 3.Qxa6+ Qa5 4.Qxa5#

 


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