(India) – Divya Dehmukh is a 19-year-old chess prodigy who has made history in winning the prestigious FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025. Deshmukh, a 19-year-old chess prodigy from India, defeated Koneru Humphy in the rapid tiebreak final game. She won the championship and brought pride to the nation.
Deshmukh, who was seeded 15th in the Batumi championship in Georgia, began her tournament without a single GM standard. The teenager from Nagpur proved quickly that rankings were just numbers by putting on a number of impressive performances. The victory over Humpy in the final is an incredible accomplishment, which has accelerated her towards the Grandmaster title. She’s now a force to be reckoned with in the global arena of chess.
After her win, a jubilant yet overwhelmed Deshmukh stated, “I’ll need some time to digest it.” This was after two classic draws with her opponent, who was twice her age and considered an icon in Indian chess.
This victory not only brings another laurel for India’s legendary chess heritage, but it also highlights the rise of a young generation of talented players capable of competing with the world’s best. Deshmukh’s championship experience, her determination, and her calmness under pressure have made young chess players around the globe an inspiration.
FIDE Women’s World Cup gathered a stellar lineup of female players who displayed the best strategies and techniques in chess. This victory is not only a title for Deshmukh but also a milestone in her career that will cement her place as an emerging star of the world of chess.
The FIDE Women’s World Cup
FIDE Women’s World Cup: One of the highest-ranking individual championships for women’s chess. The tournament is held biennially and brings top female players together from all over the world. It combines classical, rapid games, as well as tiebreaks to determine the winner.
