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Nineteen-year-old Divya Deshmukh has achieved a monumental victory at the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup, defeating Koneru Humpy, the reigning women’s world rapid champion, to secure the title. This triumph also earns her the prestigious Grandmaster (GM) title. The match showcased Divya’s strategic brilliance, precise calculation, and deep positional understanding against one of India’s most celebrated chess icons.
In a crucial classical game, Divya, playing with the white pieces, navigated the game into a complex middlegame. She initiated a well-timed pawn break on the kingside, keeping Humpy on the defensive. After 42 moves, Divya’s decisive rook lift led to a crushing attack, forcing Humpy to resign. With this victory, Divya becomes only the fourth Indian woman to achieve the Grandmaster title, joining an elite group.
Divya’s rapid rise in the chess world has been inspiring, marked by her aggressive style and consistent performances. Her win is a beacon for young players, representing a new era for Indian chess – fearless, focused, and forward-looking. This win marks a historic moment, inspiring the next generation of Indian chess players.
