What major chess title did Hou Yifan achieve in August 2008?
Grandmaster
International Master
Senior Master
Woman Grandmaster
Answer
Grandmaster is the highest title awarded to chess players by the World Chess Federation (FIDE). Hou Yifan achieved this title in August 2008, becoming the youngest female player in history to do so. She was only 14 years old at the time, breaking the previous record set by Judit Polgar in 1991. Hou Yifan's achievement is a testament to her exceptional talent and dedication to the game of chess.
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