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Divya Deshmukh became the first Indian woman to clinch the Chess World Cup. She became just the fourth Indian woman ...
Months after contemplating a break from chess, Divya Deshmukh scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Women’s World Cup.
Chess is gaining massive visibility in India, and athletes like Divya Deshmukh are becoming relatable icons for audiences who value intellect and performance, said marketers.
According to the FIDE website, the total prize fund accumulated for this year's Women's World Cup was $691,250. Here is how ...
While rising prodigy Divya Deshmukh was present to receive the honour in person, veteran Grandmaster (GM) Koneru Humpy joined ...
Divya Deshmukh, an Indian chess player, won the FIDE Women’s World Cup in Batumi. She defeated Koneru Humpy in the final ...
Nineteen-year-old Divya Deshmukh triumphed at the Women's World Cup, becoming the youngest winner by defeating fellow Indian Koneru Humpy in a decisive tiebreaker. This victory was celebrated not just ...
Divya Deshmukh and Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya at the felicitation in Dellhi on Friday. | Photo Credit: Special Arrangement ...
Divya Deshmukh creates history as the first Indian woman at the age of 19 to win the FIDE Women’s Chess World Cup 2025. Learn ...
FIDE Women's World Cup gold medallist Divya Deshmukh believes her run at the tournament was a 'test of resilience'.
Divya Deshmukh's World Cup win underlines the depth of Indian chess across all categories — open, junior, and now women's.
Divya Deshmukh won the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup final and also became India's 88th Grandmaster. While talking to ANI on ...