Currently ranked World No. 16 in women with a live rating of 2475 (November 2024), Vaishali\u2019s achievements speak volumes. In 2023, she claimed the FIDE Women\u2019s Grand Swiss, securing her spot in the 2024 Women\u2019s Candidates Tournament.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
But Vaishali\u2019s story goes beyond her tournament wins. She became the third Woman Grandmaster in India in 2023, joining a prestigious group of players who have made history in Indian chess. This year also saw her achieve a major honour, the Arjuna Award, granted by the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports in India, celebrating her exceptional contributions to Indian sports. In 2024, she played an instrumental role in India\u2019s Olympiad team victory, earning a title that crowns her journey so far.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Describing her approach to the game as \u201caggressive\", Vaishali commented, \u201cI have played some good attacking games!\u201d Her dynamic style, characterised by bold strategies and relentless pressure on opponents, has garnered admiration from players and fans alike.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The excitement surrounding her return is shared by the tournament organisers. \u201cVaishali\u2019s return underscores the caliber of Norway Chess Women as a premier stage for world-class female players,\u201d said Kjell Madland, Founder, Chairman, and Tournament Director of Norway Chess.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cHer bold playstyle, resilience, and recent achievements bring energy and anticipation to our second Norway Chess Women edition.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The excitement surrounding her return is shared by the tournament organisers. \u201cVaishali\u2019s return underscores the caliber of Norway Chess Women as a premier stage for world-class female players,\u201d said Kjell Madland, Founder, Chairman, and Tournament Director of Norway Chess.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Also Read: <\/b> Highest tax paying cricketers<\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n