10-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan becomes youngest girl to defeat chess grandmaster
Bodhana Sivanandan, a 10-year-old chess prodigy from Harrow, achieved a remarkable milestone by defeating Grandmaster Peter Wells at the 2025 British Chess Championships. This victory makes her the youngest female in history to beat a grandmaster, cementing her status as one of the most promising young talents in the game. Her achievement not only highlights her exceptional skills and strategic brilliance but also inspires young players worldwide to pursue excellence in chess, regardless of age or gender barriers.