Czech Republic Players Show Sportsmanship During 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad, Decide Against Starting Clocks After Indian Women's Team's Late Arrival (Watch Video)
While the Indian women’s team arrived late due to conveyance issues, Czech Republic players allowed their opponents to settle before starting the clock. Their decision to ‘hold the time’ during the 45th FIDE Chess Olympiad won hearts.
On one of the biggest stages of the Chess competitions, the Czech Republic Women’s chess team players showed great sportsmanship spirit. They were against the Indian counterpart, who arrived late due to conveyance issues. While some Indian players reached the venue, the arbiter asked the Czech team players to start the clocks. But Czech Republic players decided not to start the clocks and wait for their opponents – holding important time in ‘time-based competition’. Watch the complete video below. Team India Eyes Medals Again in 45th Chess Olympiad.
Czech Republic Players Decide Against Starting Clocks After Indian Women's Team's Late Arrival
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