Historic All-Indian Final: FIDE Women's World Cup 2025
In a landmark achievement, India's Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh have reached the final of the FIDE Women's World Cup 2025, marking the nation's first world title in women's chess. Both players defeated their Chinese opponents in the semifinals, setting the stage for a historic championship clash.
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India has achieved a historic milestone in women's chess with two of its players, Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh, reaching the final of the FIDE Women's World Cup 2025. This development marks the first time India will claim a world title in the women's chess category.
In the thrilling semifinals, Divya Deshmukh secured a 1.5-0.5 victory over her Chinese competitor Tan Zhongyi, while Koneru Humpy triumphed over Lei Tingjie with a 5-3 score. The first games in both semifinal matchups concluded in draws, paving the way for decisive encounters that led to these groundbreaking results.
The International Chess Federation announced the all-Indian final on its social media platform, sparking excitement among chess enthusiasts worldwide. Earlier in the tournament, both players showcased exceptional skills, with Humpy becoming the first Indian woman to reach the semifinals by playing strategically solid games and Deshmukh advancing past the quarterfinals after a stunning triumph against compatriot GM Harika Dronavalli. This remarkable progress highlights a bright future for Indian women in the international chess arena.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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