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Is chess sport or hobby

Updated: 4/28/2022
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This is a very arguable question. Chess can always be considered a hobby, because it's an elected pastime that can be played often, and enjoyably.

Although, a lot of people would say chess is not a sport, it actually is considered as a sport by the International Olympic Committee. Some people would disagree with this, as sports are normally required to be physical and entertaining by definition.

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