Malaysian 10-Year-Old Achieves Chess Record, Sets Up Pieces Blindfolded in Just 45.72 Seconds

A 10-year-old girl from Malaysia, Punithamalar Rajashekar, has made an extraordinary achievement in the world of chess by setting a Guinness World Record for the "fastest time to arrange a chess set blindfolded." She accomplished this incredible feat in just 45.72 seconds, an impressive display of precision and skill.

Rajashekar drew inspiration to attempt this remarkable world record after watching a documentary showcasing extraordinary human accomplishments. She shared her motivation, stating, "Seeing people push their limits and accomplish incredible feats really inspired me." She was particularly drawn to the idea of setting a personal goal and pushing herself beyond her limits, and attempting a world record seemed like the perfect way to do that.

With the unwavering support of her father, she embarked on four months of preparation leading up to the actual attempt. Her family and teachers provided continuous motivation and encouragement throughout her journey.

This monumental achievement has left a profound impact on Rajashekar, describing it as a life-changing experience. She hopes that her remarkable accomplishment will serve as an inspiration to others.

Guinness World Records shared a video of her record-breaking performance on their YouTube channel, capturing the moment when she placed a blindfold amid enthusiastic applause from the audience. With the cue of "ready, set, go," Rajashekar skillfully arranged the chess pieces, starting with the black ones and concluding with the white ones. She completed the task with precision and confidence, raising her hands and signaling, "Stop."

In addition to her Guinness World Record, the talented ten-year-old has garnered several accolades, including the prestigious Asia's Outstanding Child Award for the 2022-2023 year. She has showcased her exceptional abilities in various competitions, such as Malaysia's Kids Got Talent, further solidifying her status as a rising star in the world of chess and beyond.

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