2792 (June 2026)FIDE Rating
2816 (October 2015)Peak Rating
No. 3 (June 2026)Current Ranking
No. 2 (October 2015)Peak Ranking

Titles & Trophies

U.S. Chess ChampionFive-time champion
World Fischer Random Chess Champion2022
Chess Olympiad Team Gold Medal2006
Chess Olympiad Team Bronze MedalsTwo-time winner
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Olympiad Performance

Nakamura has represented the U.S. in multiple Chess Olympiads with notable success.

Years Participated7
Team Gold Medals1
Team Bronze Medals2
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Candidates Tournaments

Nakamura has participated in several Candidates Tournaments, showcasing his competitive prowess.

Total Participations3
Best Finish2nd (2024)
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Streaming & Online Presence

Nakamura has a significant online presence across various platforms.

Twitch Followers2 million (2025)
YouTube Subscribers3.05 million (2025)
TikTok Followers725,700 (2025)
Kick Followers188,000 (2025)
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Records Held

Youngest American GrandmasterAchieved at age 15 in 2003.
Highest Peak Rating2816, tied as the tenth-highest in history.
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Figures are career-to-date for active athletes and reflect widely documented totals; exact splits may vary by source. Open any panel for the full breakdown.