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Ju Wenjun is a Chinese chess grandmaster and one of the most dominant figures in women's chess. She is a five-time reigning Women's World Champion, the reigning Women's World Blitz Chess Champion, and a two-time Women's World Rapid Chess Champion. In 2017, she became the fifth woman to achieve a rating of 2600, showcasing her exceptional skill. Ju first captured the Women's World Chess Champion title in 2018 and has successfully defended it multiple times.

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2017B$0.2M

Rating Exceeds 2600

Becomes the fifth woman to achieve a rating of 2600, highlighting her exceptional chess skills.

2018A$0.7M+$0.49999999999999994M

First World Title

Captures the Women's World Chess Champion title for the first time, marking a significant career milestone.

2020A$1M+$0.30000000000000004M

Defends World Title

Successfully defends her Women's World Chess Champion title, solidifying her dominance.

2023A$1.5M+$0.5M

Multiple World Titles

Continues to win and defend Women's World Chess Champion title, demonstrating her consistency.

2024A$1.75M+$0.25M

Blitz Champion

Becomes the Women's World Blitz Chess Champion, adding another title to her collection.

2026A$2M+$0.25M

Dominant Chess Player

Continues to reign as one of the top female chess players in the world, maintaining her status and achievements.

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Last updated: February 23, 2026