Four Indian Queens Advance to Chess Women’s World Cup Quarterfinals in Baku!

The Chess Women’s World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan, has witnessed an extraordinary achievement for India on July 20, 2025. Four Indian chess players—Humpy Koneru, Harika Dronavalli, Divya Deshmukh, and Vaishali R—have successfully advanced to the quarterfinals, marking a historic moment for the nation in this prestigious event.

Performance Highlights

• Humpy Koneru demonstrated her experience and tactical brilliance by winning her match with a score of 1.5-0.5.
• Harika Dronavalli showed resilience and composure in a rapid tiebreak to secure her spot in the quarters.
• Divya Deshmukh impressed spectators with an aggressive style that overwhelmed her opponent early on.
• Vaishali R completed the sweep with a tightly contested victory, showcasing calm calculation under pressure.

Significance of the Achievement

This is the best-ever performance by Indian players in the Chess Women’s World Cup, with four players reaching the last eight. The tournament has seen the elimination of several favorites and defending champions, raising excitement for the challenging quarterfinal matches.

Upcoming Matches

The quarterfinal stage, scheduled for July 22, is critical not only for winning the World Cup but also for gathering Olympic qualification points and enhancing world rankings.

Player and Fan Reactions

Humpy Koneru expressed the team’s enthusiasm: “We are thrilled to represent India at this level. The support from fans back home gives us strength. We aim to go further and bring glory to the nation.”

Fans across India have flooded social media with praise, highlighting the remarkable rise of chess talent in the country. Experts anticipate intense and exciting clashes as the quarterfinals approach.

About the Tournament

The Chess Women’s World Cup follows a knockout format featuring both rapid and classical games. It gathers the strongest female players from around the globe, competing for the prestigious title.

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