Was the ‘It Girl’ of US chess in the 1980s the inspiration for Netflix hit The Queen’s Gambit?
It’s the unlikely hit drama exploring the world of competitive chess, with its star in line for awards after her gripping performance as the glamorous genius who destroys her opponents. But what many of those hooked on The Queen’s Gambit won’t realise is that chess prodigy Beth Harmon is based on a real person. Some … Read more