Sindhu Shines at China Open; Humpy and Divya Advance to Chess World Cup Semis

Indian athletes shone brightly in international sports events, with notable performances at the China Open in badminton and the Chess World Cup in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Badminton: Sindhu and Men’s Doubles Success at China Open

On July 23, 2025, P.V. Sindhu demonstrated her exceptional form by advancing to the quarterfinals with a commanding straight-sets victory of 21-18, 21-15. Her win underscores a strong campaign as she aims for a top finish in this prestigious tournament. Sindhu expressed optimism about her performance: “I felt good on the court today and hope to keep improving in the next rounds.”

The men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, also impressed fans by overcoming a challenging round-of-16 match with scores of 22-20, 19-21, 21-17. Currently seeded third, they are set to face a formidable opponent in the semifinals.

Chess: Humpy and Divya Advance to World Cup Semifinals

Meanwhile, in Baku, Indian chess players Koneru Humpy and Divya Deshmukh reached the semifinals of the Chess World Cup. Humpy’s qualification came after a tense tie-break, demonstrating resilience and tactical brilliance. Divya advanced with an impressive 2-0 victory in rapid games.

This achievement marks a significant milestone for Humpy’s career and continues to highlight India’s growing strength in international chess. Both players are now aiming to secure a place in the final and qualify for the prestigious Candidates Tournament.

Significance and Future Outlook

• The China Open is an important event in the badminton calendar, impacting world rankings and qualifications for forthcoming major competitions.
• The Chess World Cup acts as a gateway to the World Chess Championship cycle, adding considerable weight to performances here.
• India’s strong presence in both badminton and chess is drawing attention globally, with fans eagerly following updates.

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