Chess dying out in Europe? Austrian GM Blohberger makes sensational claims, says 'difficult to make a living from chess'

Austrian Grandmaster Felix Blohberger has raised concerns about the future of professional chess in Europe, claiming that the sport is struggling financially for many players outside the top 30 ranks. In a recent video, Blohberger emphasised the difficulty of making a living solely from chess, citing stagnant tournament prize money as a key issue.