Soccer players invest in chess amid popularity surge

Erling Haaland and other soccer players are investing in chess as its online popularity grows. Haaland has supported Norway Chess to fund the Total Chess World Championship. Players like Mo Salah and Gerard Pique also see chess as a way to enhance their strategic skills on the field. The game has seen a significant rise in interest, particularly following the Netflix hit 'The Queen's Gambit' and the success of streaming platforms for chess, attracting millions of new players globally. This growth in chess is being mirrored by athletes seeking to enhance their game through chess strategies.

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