In world first, Russian chess player poisons rival’s board with mercury

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In world first, Russian chess player poisons rival’s board with mercury
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I'm surprised it actually worked. Liquid mercury isn't really that harmful, it's the vapors that get you. I'd be concerned about it affecting me too, since I'd also be sitting at the board.

It just says attempted poisoning so I'm not even sure it did actually work.

Comments above say the opponent was hospitalized but not killed. I can’t swear to the veracity. There are many forms of mercury though and they vary in toxicity.

Filters shoved deep in the nostrils maybe?

I’m no chemist but understand the liquid mercury is safe to handle for short periods provided you wash your hands well. It can absorb through your skin over time though.

Kamikaze poisoning.. people at both sides will be suspects, seems like a good plan.

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