London chess prodigy, 10, becomes youngest female international master
Published: 8/13/2025

London chess prodigy, 10, makes history as youngest woman international master by beating grandmaster at British Chess Championship. Bodhana Sivanandan's remarkable talent has seen her break records and secure a spot in the England Women's chess team at a young age. Introduced to chess during the pandemic, Bodhana's rise in the chess world showcases her potential to become a grandmaster, challenging the perception of chess as a male-dominated game.