Her mother gave her a chessboard at 1; today, Elena Mishra is the youngest female FIDE-rated chess player
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Friday, September 11, 2026
At just four years old, Elena Mishra from Odisha has made headlines as the youngest female chess player officially rated by FIDE. Achieving this milestone in the exciting blitz format, her journey began with her parents using a chessboard as a playful toy. Driven by her passion, Elena dreams of becoming a Grandmaster while delighting in the game.
