Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Bodhana Sivanandan, 10, Becomes Youngest Chess Player to Beat Grandmaster
Ten-year-old Bodhana Sivanandan made history by winning against Grandmaster Peter Wells at the British Chess Championship.
This achievement, which took place in Liverpool, England, made her the youngest female to beat a grandmaster.
Bodhana, who started playing chess at five, showcased exceptional skill, including positional play and end-game mastery.
Despite facing challenges during the game, she turned the tables and secured her victory.
This win also earned her the Women's International Master title.
Bodhana Sivanandan, 10, defeated Grandmaster Peter Wells at the British Chess Championships.
The victory made her the youngest female to ever beat a grandmaster.
The event took place in Liverpool, England.
Sivanandan had previously won three global junior championships.
She also earned the Women's International Master title during the event.
- Who
- Bodhana Sivanandan and Grandmaster Peter Wells.
- What
- Bodhana Sivanandan defeated Grandmaster Peter Wells.
- When
- During the final round of the 2025 British Chess Championships.
- Where
- Liverpool, England.
- Why
- To win the final round of the tournament and earn a title.
- Age
- 10
- Opponent
- Grandmaster Peter Wells
- Event
- 2025 British Chess Championship
- Location
- Liverpool, England
- Record Achieved
- Youngest female to defeat a Grandmaster
Sources
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