Ju Wenjun

Ju Wenjun, born on January 31, 1991, is a distinguished Chinese chess grandmaster who has made a significant mark in the world of chess. Renowned for her exceptional skills, she is the reigning five-time Women's World Champion, a title she first claimed in May 2018. Her remarkable journey in chess has seen her defend this prestigious title successfully in November 2018, 2020, 2023, and 2025.

In addition to her World Championship titles, Ju has also excelled in rapid and blitz formats, having been crowned the Women's World Blitz Chess Champion and a two-time Women's World Rapid Chess Champion. Her versatility and prowess across different formats of the game highlight her as one of the leading figures in women's chess.

Ju's achievements are further underscored by her historic rating milestone; in March 2017, she became the fifth woman in history to achieve a rating of two thousand six hundred. This accomplishment not only reflects her talent but also her dedication to the sport, inspiring many aspiring chess players around the globe.