Screen Rant

  • Why did Beth's friends help her beat Borgov in The Queen's Gambit? 1 / 7

  • Beth made many friends in chess competition, but also hurt them. 2 / 7

    Anya Taylor Joy as Beth in Queen's Gambit vertical

  • However, her friends understand Beth's self-destructive tendencies. 3 / 7

    Queen's Gambit Beth and Jolene Vertical

  • They want to see Beth overcome her demons and succeed... 4 / 7

  • Which is why they stay by her side. 5 / 7

    Beth Harmon Yellow Top in The Queens Gambit Vertical

  • Beth also comes to this realization herself... 6 / 7

    Beth and Benny The Queen's Gambit image vertical

  • That her friends, rather than her chess skills, are the most important thing to her. 7 / 7