Women's Grandmaster (WGM) title

The Women’s Grandmaster (WGM) title is a prestigious chess award specifically for female players, awarded by the international chess federation (FIDE). It recognizes a high level of skill and consistent performance in competitive play. To earn the WGM title, a player must achieve a series of strong tournament results, demonstrate deep strategic understanding, and reach a certain rating threshold, typically around 2300. While similar to the open Grandmaster (GM) title, the WGM is tailored for women and serves as a significant accomplishment that highlights elite proficiency in chess skills at the international level.