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February 22, 2010
Black 1 is crucial. If White 2, Black wins the capturing race with 3 and 5. If White 2 at 5, Black wins with 3.
Black 1 allows White the vital point 2 and loses the race.
Black 1 and 3 are crucial, and can capture the three White stones.
If White 2, Black captures the four White stones with 3 and 5.
Black 1 is wrong. With White 2, Black dies.
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