About
Hikaru Nakamura is a highly accomplished American chess grandmaster, streamer, and YouTuber. He is a five-time U.S. Chess Champion, demonstrating his consistent dominance in American chess. Nakamura also won the 2022 World Fischer Random Chess Championship, showcasing his versatility in different chess formats. He earned the grandmaster title at the young age of 15, setting a record for the youngest American to achieve this milestone at the time. With a peak rating of 2816, he is one of the highest-rated players in chess history.
Career Timeline
Youngest American Grandmaster
Earns the Grandmaster title at 15, setting a record.
First US Chess Championship
Wins his first U.S. Chess Championship, establishing his dominance.
Achieves Peak Chess Rating
Reaches a peak rating of 2816, becoming one of the highest-rated players.
Online Chess Streaming Success
Gains popularity as a chess streamer and YouTuber, expanding his influence.
Fischer Random Champion
Wins the World Fischer Random Chess Championship.
Chess Streamer and Champion
Continues to compete in chess and stream online, maintaining a prominent position in the chess community.
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Last updated: February 25, 2026