Susan Polgar

‘Love for the game’ still drives Rani Hamid at 81

At 81, Bangladesh’s chess icon Rani Hamid remains an enduring source of inspiration. On International Chess Day, marking 101 years since FIDE’s founding, she reflects with The Daily Star’s Atique Anam on her journey, late start, memorable matches, and more.
20 July 2025, 02:45 AM