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White to move and Mate in 3.

Classy position where multiple tactics are possible, but white can actually checkmate the black. At first glance the f7 square seems to be the main square of action. And indeed it is. But of course there has to be well planned tactic as to win the game quick, so here are the next few move of white..

Answer

1.Rxe5! Bxe5
2.Qxf7+ Kh8
3.Qh7#

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