These young chess stars hope to face more players like them

Chess has been rising in popularity over the last few years, with popular series like The Queen’s Gambit and the recent documentary of chess player Judit Polgar putting a spotlight on the experiences of women in the field.

While the number of women at an elite level remains low, these young players hope to see a different future.

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