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Pete Tamburro on

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The queens are off the board, but the fun is just beginning!


Another one where you just keep checking because it may be mate! An exposed king is always vulnerable with lots of pieces on the board. 1.Nc6+ Kd7 2.Re7+ Kxc6 3.Bb5+ Kb6 4.Bxc7#

 


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