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Divya Deshmukh Crowned FIDE Women’s World Cup Champion, Becomes Grandmaster

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Batumi, Georgia | July 2025 – In a stunning display of strategic brilliance and poise, Divya Deshmukh clinched the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, becoming only the 4th Indian woman to be awarded the Grandmaster title.

Facing off against the seasoned Indian chess icon Humpy Koneru in the finals, Divya’s victory marks a new era in Indian chess — one where youth, determination, and intellect are rewriting the narrative.

At just 18, Divya has already been turning heads in the chess world, but this landmark win in Batumi, Georgia cements her place among India’s greatest. Her rise is also a testament to the growing strength of women in Indian sports, particularly in the highly competitive world of chess.

The FIDE World Cup win is not only a personal triumph but a national celebration, inspiring a new generation of chess enthusiasts across the country.

As messages pour in from sporting icons, political leaders, and fans worldwide, Divya Deshmukh’s moment of glory is a proud chapter in India’s sporting history.

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Divya Deshmukh Enters Semi-Finals of FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, Joins Koneru Humpy

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Batumi, Georgia | July 16, 2025: India’s rising chess star International Master Divya Deshmukh has etched her name into the history books by advancing to the semi-finals of the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, becoming only the second Indian woman ever to do so.

Joining her in the Final 4 is none other than Grandmaster Koneru Humpy, making it a historic occasion for Indian chess — with two Indian women fighting for a spot in the final on the global stage.

Divya’s journey to the semi-finals has been marked by tactical brilliance, calm under pressure, and a maturity beyond her years. Her performances have captured the attention of the global chess community and renewed India’s dominance in women’s chess.

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup, held in Batumi, Georgia, has seen fierce competition among the world’s best, and Divya’s advancement is a testament to India’s growing bench strength in international chess.

In a post-match interaction, Divya expressed her gratitude and excitement, saying, “It’s an honour to represent India at this level. Every game is a new challenge, and I’m thrilled to have made it to the semis.”

With Humpy and Divya both in the semis, India has doubled its chances for gold and reaffirmed its place as a global chess powerhouse.

The chess world now eagerly awaits the semi-final clashes as India watches with pride.

Stay tuned for more updates from FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025.