Chinese grandmaster Ju Wenjun just rewrote chess history, defeating compatriot Tan Zhongyi 6.5-2.5 to claim her FIFTH consecutive Women’s World Chess Championship title! 🎉 The showdown, which wrapped up Wednesday after nine intense games, solidifies Ju as a living legend in the sport.
At 34, Ju becomes the first woman from China to achieve this milestone, joining an elite group of only four players worldwide with five titles. Talk about #GirlPower! 💪 Her victory also marks the 16th time a Chinese player has taken home the women’s crown, proving China’s dominance in the chess arena.
The final game saw Ju deploy a strategic masterclass, opting for the Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo attack (yes, it’s as cool as it sounds 😎) against Tan’s Sicilian defense. After a dramatic series of exchanges and a nail-biting rook-and-pawn endgame, the match ended in a draw, sealing Ju’s historic win.
Chess fans globally are buzzing about Ju’s mix of patience and precision – think Taylor Swift releasing flawless albums, but for the chess world. 👑 As esports and classic strategy games surge among Gen Z, Ju’s triumph is a reminder that brains and bold moves never go out of style.
