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Rook, line and sinker: A deep dive into a new version of chess

The new variation on chess -- called "the strangest sport in the world" -- will be broadcast on The Ocho (8 a.m. ET on Aug. 8).

Published August 5, 2026, 1:04 PM

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Rook, line and sinker: A deep dive into a new version of chess

The new variation on chess -- called "the strangest sport in the world" -- will be broadcast on The Ocho (8 a.m. ET on Aug. 8).

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Rook, line and sinker: A deep dive into a new version of chess

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