Is Zhu Chen A-List?
NoC
No — Zhu Chen is currently ranked C tier — recognizable within their niche but with limited mainstream visibility.
Ranking Timeline
1999B$0.1M
Women's World Champion
Wins Women's World Chess Championship, achieving global recognition.
2001B$0.2M+$0.1M
Grandmaster title
Receives the Grandmaster title, proving her skill.
2006C▼$0.4M+$0.2M
Qatari Citizenship
Obtains Qatari citizenship, furthering career.
2008C$0.6M+$0.19999999999999996M
Represents Qatar Olympics
Competing in the Chess Olympiad representing Qatar.
2010C$0.8M+$0.20000000000000007M
FIDE Trainer Title
Named a FIDE Trainer, coaching chess players.
2026C$1M+$0.19999999999999996M
Chess Promoter
Continues promoting chess in Qatar. Still remembered for previous accolades.
Last updated: February 21, 2026