Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:04am on 24 Jul 2025,Thursday Sports
19‑year‑old IM Divya Deshmukh has etched history by reaching the final of the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025 in Batumi, Georgia — making her the first teenager in 34 years to secure a spot in the upcoming Women’s Candidates Tournament . Along her journey, she defeated top-tier opponents, including GM Zhu Jiner, GM D. Harika, and ex‑World Champion Tan Zhongyi in the semifinals . Her semifinal win also earned her a maiden Grandmaster norm . This breakthrough marks a historic moment for Indian and teenage chess. (PC: PTI)
