Woman Grandmaster Meenakshi Subbaraman
Meet Meenakshi Subbaraman, better known in the chess world as meenakshiwgm, a formidable Woman Grandmaster (WGM) who turns 64 black-and-white squares into her personal playground! FIDE has officially crowned her a WGM, but those who watch her play know she’s Queen Lifter, Pawn Whisperer, and Rook Wrangler all in one.
From Blitz Battles to Bullet Brilliance
Meenakshi’s blitz rating peaked at a sharp 2447 in September 2024, making her a lightning-fast tactician with nerves of steel. Her bullet peak rating was an impressive 2378 back in 2020, proving speed doesn't compromise her skill. Though she’s danced on the edge with some losses, her comeback rate is a stunning 90.28% — she doesn’t just lose pieces; she steals dreams back!
A Style Both Patient and Persistent
With an average of about 75 moves per win, Meenakshi enjoys the long haul — like a strategic marathoner rather than a sprinter. Nearly 83% of her games reach an endgame, where her true mettle shines. And if you thought she tanks games, think again: her early resignation rate is a mere 1.25%, showing a fighting spirit that refuses to yield early.
Favorite Openings and Not-So-Secret Weapons
Most of Meenakshi’s opponents face the Unknown Opening — either a fancy term for "surprise me" or her secret sauce. She’s battled 91 games with it in blitz, winning just over half. When she dips into the Top Secret openings, she’s a bit more selective but still holds her ground.
Psychological Warfare & Winning Moments
Her best time to play is 11:00 AM — so if you're challenging her, set your alarm! Fridays and Thursdays seem to be her lucky days with win rates soaring above 80% on Thursdays. Despite a slight tilt factor of 7 (yes, chess players get those too!), she’s got a tactical awareness that many aspire to: when losing a piece, she still manages a 44.52% win rate after that unfortunate event. Chess resilience? Checkmate!
Memorable Wins
One of her recent thrilling victories was against stanislav_pruzhinin, clinched on time after a fierce battle in the Queen’s Gambit Accepted. Another memorable game ended with a graceful checkmate against bharathravikumar, featuring the elegant forward march of a well-coordinated queen and rook duo. And when opponents least expect it, Meenakshi delivers a knockout blow with her solid London System play.
The Opponents’ Nemesis
Some lucky opponents have fallen victim to her perfect records, such as goodluckmate17, anvar_ismailov, and klavdia_nik — each with a 100% loss rate against her! Meanwhile, others better bring their A-game; her win rate versus top opponents is a chess rollercoaster, full of surprises and edge-of-the-seat moments.
Off the Board
Beyond the 64 squares, Meenakshi’s dedication to chess makes her a beloved figure in her community. With a playing style that combines grit, grace, and a sprinkle of humor (because you have to laugh at those missed mates!), she inspires players everywhere to keep pushing their limits.
In summary: Meenakshi Subbaraman is not just a Woman Grandmaster — she’s proof that chess is as much about heart as it is about skill. So, if you see her online or at a tournament, remember: she’s likely plotting a brilliant move... or maybe just deciding which coffee to sip while waiting for your next blunder.