“The Russian Chess Federation temporarily suspends Dagestan chess player Amina Abakarova from participating in all competitions held under the auspices of the Russian Chess Federation, pending the conclusion of law enforcement agencies, on the basis of which a final decision will be made, up to lifelong disqualification,” the organization said in a statement.
Dagestan Chess Player Tried to Poison Opponent in Republican Championship
Abakarova put mercury on her opponent’s table. As a result, her opponent fell ill and was hospitalized.
Source: Sport

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