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XQ Puzzle 160917

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1.      C7-2  K= ( forced, or P4+1 threatens a horse checkmate next. )

2.      R6+2  R-

3.      H9-7  R-  ( removing the Arabian mate threat )

 

4.      K5=4  and the pawn finishes the checkmating task, supported by the distant king.