Divya Deshmukh Creates History: Wins 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup in All-Indian Final
Indian chess scripted a golden chapter as 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh clinched the prestigious FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, defeating legendary Koneru Humpy in an electrifying all-Indian final. This remarkable achievement not only crowns Divya as the new queen of chess but also highlights India’s growing dominance in the global chess arena.
Historic All-Indian Final
For the first time in history, both finalists at the Women’s World Cup hailed from India. The classical games played on July 26 and 27 ended in tense draws, forcing the match into rapid tie-breaks on Monday. Divya demonstrated unmatched composure and tactical brilliance to overcome Humpy, securing her place in the record books.
Prize Money Breakdown
The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup featured a total prize pool of USD 691,250, with top performers taking home significant earnings.
Divya Deshmukh (Champion)
- Prize: USD 50,000 (approx. ₹41.6 lakh)
Koneru Humpy (Runner-up)
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Prize: USD 35,000 (approx. ₹29.1 lakh)
| Round | Players | Prize (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Round 1 | 43 | 3,750 |
| Round 2 | 32 | 5,000 |
| Round 3 | 16 | 6,750 |
| Round 4 | 8 | 9,500 |
| Round 5 | 4 | 14,000 |
| 4th Place | 1 | 20,000 |
| 3rd Place | 1 | 25,000 |
| Runner-up | 1 | 35,000 |
| Winner | 1 | 50,000 |
| Total | 107 | 691,250 |
he prize structure ensures that every participant is rewarded for their performance, reinforcing FIDE’s commitment to promoting women’s chess globally.
Why This Win Matters
- Divya becomes the fourth Indian woman Grandmaster and India’s 88th GM overall.
- India showcased its depth in women’s chess, with two Indians dominating the global stage.
- This win cements Divya’s place among the world’s elite chess players, inspiring a new generation of Indian talent.
Divya Deshmukh’s historic victory is more than just a personal triumph – it’s a symbol of India’s chess revolution. With rising stars like her, India’s future in international chess looks brighter than ever.
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