IM2450USA
Sarah Chen
Local Champion
Sarah Chen is an International Master from Chicago who has become a local chess hero through her tournament victories and community involvement. She works as a software engineer by day and chess coach by night.
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Personal Story
Sarah discovered chess in college and fell in love with the game's complexity. After graduating with a computer science degree, she balanced her tech career with competitive chess, eventually earning her IM title through consistent tournament play.
Major Achievements
- 🏆Chicago Open Winner (2024)
- 🏆Illinois State Champion (2023, 2024)
- 🏆US Women's Championship Participant (2023)
- 🏆Chess Coach of the Year - Illinois (2023)
Recent Tournament Results
| Tournament | Result | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Open 2024 | 1st Place | 7/9 |
| Illinois State Championship | 1st Place | 6/7 |
| Midwest Open | 3rd Place | 6/9 |