Also, on move #4 black can play any other move instead of f5 and it won't matter.
Furthermore, white can mate with a bishop instead of a queen.
Excelsior
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This is a famous puzzle composed by Sam Loyd as a bet with his friend.
White to move and mate in 5 with THE LEAST LIKELY PIECE OR PAWN TO USE.
Can you find the mate?