Erling Haaland Reveals Entry Into Chess with Global Goal: 'Can Turn Into Even Bigger Sport'

Erling Haaland Invests In Norway Chess' Newly Launched Tour

Football superstar Erling Haaland has become a strategic investor in Norway Chess and its newly launched Total Chess World Championship Tour (TCWCT).

Erling Haaland reveals entry into chess with global goal: 'Can turn into even bigger sport'

Erling Haaland has invested in Norway Chess and its new Total Chess World Championship Tour to help grow the sport globally. Backed by FIDE, the tour will feature four yearly events across formats. Haaland said, "Chess is an incredible game. It sharpens your mind," highlighting his belief in its global appeal.

Check mates: analysis of medieval chess sets reveal vision of equality and mutual respect

Far from being a metaphor for racial tension, chess reveals world where people could engage as equalsOn the chessboard, black and white pieces are lined up against each other for an unrelenting battle.But in the middle ages, the game was not a metaphor for racial tension – but often a vehicle for equality and mutual respect, research has found. Continue reading...