Zhansaya Abdumalik
Awards & Honours
6
Awards Won
3
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Records
Abdumalik's achievements are historic and deeply significant for Central Asian chess. She became the first woman from the region to earn the Grandmaster title, a feat that places her among an elite group of 39 women worldwide. Her victory at the Gibraltar Grand Prix in 2021 was a defining moment, showcasing her ability to compete at the highest level. Her recognition as the world's best under-20 female player in 2019 highlighted her early promise, and her continued success as both a player and administrator demonstrates her lasting impact on the sport.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Grandmaster (GM) title
First Kazakhstani woman, first Central Asian woman, and 39th woman worldwide to earn this title.
Forbes 30 Under 30
Recognized in the list, as noted in her Instagram bio.
President of Almaty Chess Federation
Appointed President at age 22.
Rankings & Lists
World No. 11 among women
Best Under-20 Female Player
Records & Feats
First Central Asian woman to earn Grandmaster title
Became the first female chess player from Central Asia to achieve the GM title in 2021.
Youngest woman from Central Asia to earn GM title
At age 21, she became the youngest woman from Central Asia to earn the GM title.