Chess grandmasters resume coronavirus-delayed tournament in Russia

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Chess grandmasters resume COVID-delayed tournament in Russia

MOSCOW: The world's top chess players are set to resume a tournament in Russia on Monday after it was abruptly halted more than a year ago because of the COVID-19 pandemic, with organisers banking on safety measures to ensure its completion this time around.

A limited number of spectators will be admitted to the tournament, whose winner will challenge reigning world champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway for the title later this year.Spectators must have been vaccinated, have antibodies or have tested negative for COVID-19. They will also be required to social distance.

 

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