Worldwide audience online
More than a hundred players from around the world are aiming to scoop the top prize at this year's Isle of Man International Chess Tournament.
The winner takes home a cheque for £10,000.
Matches start at 1.30pm at the Villa Marina every day until Sunday (Oct 11).
World number 17 Micky Adams is the front runner in an event that boasts 102 players from 27 different countries.
Tournament Director Alan Ormsby says the competition has proved popular for fans watching online
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