Diving chess is a sport in which chess is played underwater. It was invented by Etan Ilfeld;[1] and, since 2013, it has been included as one of the disciplines in the annual Mind Sports Olympiad.[2]
Rules
editDiving chess is played at the bottom of a swimming pool, using a chessboard with magnetic chess pieces. The players dive underwater to observe the position and consider and play their move before they resurface to take a breath. When one player resurfaces, it is the turn of the other player to dive.[clarification needed]
Such chess games last on average one hour, where the combination of physical and intellectual performance is a challenge: to manage one's oxygen levels while making good chess moves.
Players are not allowed to use any oxygen-supplying device, but they may wear diving masks or swimming goggles. Also, they used to be allowed to use a weight for easier sinking; however, as of 2022, no weights are allowed.[3][4]
External links
edit- Video's of the World Dive Chess Championships in 2016, 2018, 2022
- Website Diving Chess
References
edit- ^ "Dive Chess World Championships". Reuters. 16 Aug 2022. Retrieved 2024-07-15.
- ^ "Dive Chess World Championships". Screenocean. 31 July 2018. Retrieved 2022-08-15.
- ^ Nadja Wittmann (2018-09-12). "Diving Chess in London". Chess News. Retrieved 2022-08-15.
- ^ "Ultimate battle of minds and lungs at Diving Chess World Championships". Euronews. 15 August 2022. Retrieved 2022-08-15.