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    Divya Deshmukh scripts history to become first Indian woman to win chess World Cup
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    Divya Deshmukh Scripts History To Become First Indian Woman To Win Chess World Cup

    By IANS News July 28, 2025 • 16:42 PM View: 452
    World Rapid Champion: The 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh stunned the chess world by winning the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, becoming the first Indian woman to claim the prestigious title. In the all-Indian final, Divya defeated legendary compatriot Koneru Humpy 1.5–0.5 in the rapid tie-breaks on Monday to script a fairytale ending in Baku.

    The classical games played over the weekend had ended in tense draws, with both players showcasing resilience and elite-level play. In Saturday's opening game, Divya, playing with the white pieces, built a commanding position but let Humpy equalise late. The second game on Sunday was more balanced, though Divya admitted she “wandered into trouble for no apparent reason” before holding on.

    But the tie-breaks were where the young sensation flipped the script. After the first rapid game ended in a draw, the second saw Humpy crack under time pressure, making critical blunders that Divya pounced on. With nerves of steel, Divya closed out the win to become the 2025 Women’s World Cup champion, the fourth Indian woman to earn the Grandmaster title, and the country’s 88th GM overall.

    TAGS Divya Deshmukh World Cup FIDE Women Koneru Humpy World Rapid Champion World Junior Championship Chess Olympiad
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