Women's Top 100 · #12
Polina Shuvalova
FID
Shuvalova, Polina is ranked #12 in FIDE women with a rating of 2502. Russian GM who earned the full grandmaster title, one of the strongest young female players in the Russian federation.
FIDE Rating
2502
World Rank
#12
Federation
FID
Age
25 (2001)
About Polina Shuvalova
Polina Shuvalova is currently ranked #12 in the world women's FIDE classical chess rankings with a rating of 2502 , representing FID. Born in 2001, Polina Shuvalova is 25 years old.
Shuvalova, Polina is ranked #12 in FIDE women with a rating of 2502. Russian GM who earned the full grandmaster title, one of the strongest young female players in the Russian federation.
The classical FIDE rating of 2502 is calculated from over-the-board tournament games played in FIDE-rated events. Ratings are updated monthly on the FIDE rating list. A rating above 2700 is widely considered the threshold for super-grandmaster status, placing Polina Shuvalova among the strongest players in the world.
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Classical Rating
2502
FIDE list
World Rank
#12
Women's list
Federation
FID
FIDE registered
Data as of April 2026. Ratings update on the 1st of each month.
Career Highlights
- Russian Women's Chess Champion 2020.
- Known for a dynamic, fighting style that seeks complications and avoids quick draws.
- Qualified for the 2026 Women's Candidates Tournament.
- Represents Russia's continued depth in women's elite chess alongside Goryachkina, Lagno, and Kosteniuk.
- Peak FIDE rating approaching 2490.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polina Shuvalova's playing style? ▾
Shuvalova is known for an aggressive, combative style. She tends to choose sharp openings and pursue attacking chess rather than solid, positional play — making her an entertaining and unpredictable opponent.
How did Polina Shuvalova qualify for the 2026 Women's Candidates? ▾
Shuvalova earned her spot through the Women's Grand Prix circuit and her Russian Championship performance, accumulating the ranking and qualification points required.
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