Checkmate Victory: Divya Deshmukh Triumphs at FIDE Women's Chess World Cup 2025
Nagpur teenager Divya Deshmukh has won the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup 2025, becoming the youngest champion and India's fourth female Grandmaster. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis congratulated her achievement, marking it as a proud moment for Nagpur and the state. She has previously won 35 medals for India.
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In a historic triumph for India, Nagpur teenager Divya Deshmukh clinched the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup 2025, becoming the youngest champion in its history and earning her place as India's fourth female Grandmaster.
Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis publicly congratulated the 19-year-old for her remarkable feat, expressing pride in her achievement and announcing plans for the state government to honor her success.
Deshmukh's accomplishment was recognized as a significant milestone for Maharashtra and the country, highlighting her as a trailblazer among Indian chess players, following her previous victories in various international competitions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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