Jeffery Xiong: Biography, Achievements & Lasting Legacy

By Geniuses.Club Editorial Team | August 02, 2026 | b. 2000
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Jeffery Xiong

Who Was Jeffery Xiong?

Jeffery Xiong (Chinese: 熊奕韬; pinyin: Xióng Yìtāo; born October 30, 2000) is an American chess grandmaster. He earned the Grandmaster title in September 2015 at the age of fourteen, the fourth youngest player to qualify in the US.

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The influence of Jeffery Xiong extends far beyond his own lifetime. He fundamentally shaped sports and human performance, and his records and competitive achievements remain foundational to this day.

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