Divya Deshmukh, just 18 years old, has claimed the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup title, defeating veteran Grandmaster Koneru Humpy in a thrilling all-Indian final. The victory marks India’s first-ever Women’s World Cup crown, setting a new milestone in the nation’s chess legacy.
The championship match was closely contested, with both classical games ending in draws. Divya emerged victorious in the tie-breakers with a score of 1.5–0.5, sealing her place in the history books.
This was also the first time two Indian women competed in the World Cup final, highlighting India’s growing dominance in the global chess arena—especially in women’s competition.
Divya’s sensational performance has sparked celebrations across the country and is being hailed as the dawn of a new era in Indian chess.
