Wang Hao
A Chinese grandmaster who in 2009 became only the fourth Chinese player to pass 2700. Wang won the 2019 Grand Swiss with 8/11, making him the second Chinese player ever to reach the Candidates.
He finished last at the 2020–21 Candidates and announced his retirement straight after, citing health problems. He changed his mind within a year and returned at Norway Chess 2022.
His other titles include the 2017 Asian Championship, the 2015 Al Ain Classic and the 2016 HDBank Cup, and he reached a peak of 2763 in April 2020.
Career highlights
- Won the 2019 Grand Swiss
- Played the 2020–21 Candidates
- 2017 Asian Champion
- Fourth Chinese player to pass 2700
- Peak rating 2763 (April 2020)
Titles
- FIDE Grand Swiss: 2019
- Biel Chess Festival: 2012
From the winners lists on our event pages.
Wang Hao in The Chess Herald
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Profile last reviewed September 29, 2026. Ratings update monthly from FIDE.