Back in 2023, Shivika Rohilla, who had made her first norm and had come close to the finals in the last 10 tournaments, missed her chances. This season, she finished with a score of 4.5 points from her nine games. In addition to that, she has made a rise in her rating. She currently holds a FIDE standard rating of 2095.
The 18-year-old has set her next aim to compete for the Women’s Grandmaster title.
Shivika on WIM victory
Following her victory, Shivika sat down for an interview with PTI and expressed her excitement on claiming the WIM title while sharing her next aim to become a Grandmaster.
She said, “In this tournament I was close enough to make my first WGM norm but my focus was primarily on the WIM title and I think psychology played its part, however now that the monkey is off my back I am sure I can now look up to the future from a fresh outlook and I hope I will be able to complete my woman Grandmaster title.”
She went on to extend her gratitude towards her coaches who paved her way and helped in her growth.
“They believe in me more than I do in myself, I was always surrounded by positive vibes coming from my coaches and my parents. Their contribution in this success is much more than mine,” she added.
Shivika revealed that she will return back to the European circuit later this year in June to play other events and move onto the next level.
