From flying under the radar to flying high — Chess Olympiad gold medallist Savithri Shri’s story

B. Savitha Shri. Remember the name. She was the surprise package India unleashed at the 24th Olympiad in Uzbekistan. In a display which shocked the chess world and even herself, the 19-year-old laid down a marker for the future, with her progress set to be followed keenly. From being a kid who once sat across the table against Magnus Carlsen — who would soon go on to become the World champion in 2013 — to dazzling at the game’s ultimate team event, Savitha has come a long way.