At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan earned the coveted Woman Grandmaster title during the Chess Olympiad, marking an extraordinary entry into the chess world. Her journey began during lockdown, spurred by a family friend's encouragement. By age seven, she was winning competitions, and at nine, she proudly represented England internationally.
At just 11 years old, Bodhana Sivanandan earned the coveted Woman Grandmaster title during the Chess Olympiad, marking an extraordinary entry into the chess world. Her journey began during lockdown, spurred by a family friend's encouragement. By age seven, she was winning competitions, and at nine, she proudly represented England internationally.
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