Russian chess player Alexander Grischuk uses hand sanitiser as he takes part in the Candidates Tournament, organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE) in Yekaterinburg, Russia March 17, 2020. Lennart Ootes/FIDE/Handout via REUTERS
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Eight of the world's best chess players began competing in an international tournament in Russia on Tuesday, but were told by organisers that handshakes would be optional because of the coronavirus that has halted most sports around the world.
Known as the Candidates Tournament, the event, organised by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), brings together contenders vying for the chance to challenge defending world champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway for the world title.
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