Singapore chess and The Queen's Gambit: Has the Netflix show raised interest in the game? Toggle share menu Advertisement Advertisement Singapore Singapore chess and The Queen's Gambit: Has the Netflix show raised interest in the game? A match between CNA's Cindy Co and Singapore Chess Federation president Christopher Lim. (Photo: Calvin Oh) 29 Jan 2021 05:08PM) Share this content SINGAPORE: White pawn e4, black pawn e5, white’s bishop to c4. It is one of the most common opening sequences for chess, but even after one move, I could already feel my focus slipping away. Pressured by the endless ticking of the clock and the otherwise oppressive silence in the office, I grabbed the nearest piece and moved it.