
Today’s throwback revisits the premier of Queen of Katwe, the story of Phiona Mutesi, a young girl whose chess prowess took her from poverty in Kampala, Uganda, to opportunities around the world.

Look for throwback articles throughout December.ĭecember Throwback #4: Long before Netflix’s “The Queen’s Gambit” riveted pandemic-weary viewers, strong female chess players were putting the world on notice. CLO is combing through its archives to bring readers blasts from the past this holiday season.
