Russian Chess Player Caught on Camera Poisoning Opponent
Amina Abakarova Caught on Surveillance Video
Shocking Incident Raises Questions About Sportsmanship and Fair Play
In a shocking incident captured on surveillance video, Russian chess player Amina Abakarova was caught poisoning her opponent during a tournament in Dagestan. The video shows Abakarova applying a substance to her opponent's bottle of water, later identified as mercury.
The victim, Ekaterina Ulybina, immediately felt ill after drinking the water and was rushed to the hospital. Fortunately, Ulybina received prompt medical attention and is now recovering. Abakarova's actions have been met with widespread condemnation from the chess community and beyond.
Police are investigating the incident, and Abakarova faces severe consequences, including a ban from chess tournaments or even criminal charges. The incident has raised concerns about the integrity of chess competitions and the need for stricter measures to prevent such unethical behavior.
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