Women Grandmaster

A Woman Grandmaster (WGM) is a highly skilled female chess player who has achieved a specific and prestigious level of competence recognized internationally. It requires earning a certain rating, typically above 2300, and successful performance in various official tournaments. While the title is dedicated to promoting female participation in chess, it signifies a top-tier level of strategic skill, deep understanding of the game, and consistent excellence, comparable in skill level to male grandmasters, albeit with some different achievement thresholds.