Is Antoaneta Stefanova A-List?
NoC
No — Antoaneta Stefanova is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1997D$0.01M
Becomes Grandmaster
Earns chess Grandmaster title.
2004B▲▲$0.1M+$0.09000000000000001M
Women's World Champion
Stefanova wins the Women's World Chess Championship.
2010C▼$0.3M+$0.19999999999999998M
Continues High-Level Play
Competes in international chess tournaments.
2015C$0.5M+$0.2M
Remains an Active Player
Maintains position in chess rankings, competes in events.
2026C$1M+$0.5M
Chess Grandmaster Legacy
Promotes chess and inspires young players.
Last updated: February 21, 2026