Sarasadat Khademalsharieh

Awards & Honours

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Khademalsharieh's career is marked by a series of notable achievements that reflect her skill and determination. From her early success at the World Youth Championships to her gold at the Asian Chess Championship, she has consistently performed at the highest levels of women's chess.Her silver medal at the 2016 World Rapid Chess Championship is particularly impressive, given the strength of the field. But her most significant accomplishment may be her courageous stand in 2022, which transcended the sport and made her a global symbol of resistance.She continues to compete for Spain, and her story remains an inspiration to aspiring chess players and human rights advocates alike.

Sarasadat Khademalsharieh receiving an award

AwardsKhademalsharieh's competitive achievements include a silver medal at the 2013 World Youth Chess Championship in the under-18 girls' category, a bronze at the 2014 World Youth Championship in the under-20 section, and a gold at the 2015 Asian Chess Championship in the women's rapid. She also earned a silver medal at the 2016 World Rapid Chess Championship.

Rankings & Lists

#17

World Women's Ranking

FIDE·2022

Records & Feats

First Iranian woman to compete without hijab at a major chess championship

Historic First·2022

In December 2022, Khademalsharieh competed without a hijab at the World Rapid and Blitz Championships, a bold act of protest that drew international attention and led to her exile.