World chess champion, Magnus Karlsson, announced that he will organize the most expensive online chess tournament in history this month as part of his plans to develop the game, at a time when sports activity as a whole in the world was stopped due to the pandemic of the Corona virus, considering it the historical moment of chess, Especially since it does not necessarily require the presence of competitors in a closed hall, and that the virtual world suits them.
Carlsen said in press statements published by the British newspaper (The Guardian) that seven other players will join him in the competition for financial prizes, which amount to $ 250,000, in an event that will continue for two weeks, explaining that the tournament will help in spreading the game, especially at the present time, Where the world lacks competitive entertainment.
Carlin said: "Chess is a unique game in the world of sports. The same wooden board in which the pieces are moved can turn into a computer screen. I think the current moment is historical given that it can continue to play professionally over the internet. The world needs to follow a sport directly in The current time, because all other mathematics is on hold. "
The Guardian newspaper stated that players should not wear formal clothing, while anti-fraud measures will be used by setting up surveillance cameras to ensure that no assistance programs are used, or to obtain assistance from anyone in their vicinity.