WHITTIER >> Chess Grandmaster Timur Garayev demonstrated his world-class moves Saturday at Whittier High School when he took on 10 challengers in 10 simultaneous games, all while blindfolded and pedaling a stationary bike.
• Photos: Chess Grandmaster Timur Gareyev plays blindfolded
At an event hosted by the Whittier Chess Club, Garayev, a thrill-seeker who also enjoys sky diving and base jumping, effortlessly told assistants where to place his pieces while mentally keeping track of all 10 games.