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What is a Woman Grandmaster ("WGM") in chess?
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Woman Grandmaster ("WGM") is a chess history or culture term: the highest ranking gender-restricted chess title except for Women's World Champion. It helps you understand chess books, events, titles, and culture, even if it does not directly choose your next move.
Woman Grandmaster ("WGM") FAQ
What is a woman grandmaster ("wgm") in chess?
Woman Grandmaster ("WGM") is a chess history or culture term: the highest ranking gender-restricted chess title except for Women's World Champion. It helps you understand chess books, events, titles, and culture, even if it does not directly choose your next move.
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