Koneru Humpy

Anna Muzychuk replaces Koneru Humpy in Candidates tournament after Indian grandmaster pulls out

Muzychuk will join a field featuring Tan Zhongyi, Kateryna Lagno, Aleksandra Goryachkina, Zhu Jiner, Divya Deshmukh, Vaishali Rameshbabu and Bibisara Assaubayeva.

'Painful but necessary': Koneru Humpy pulls out of FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament

The former world champion said the decision, though difficult, was necessary given the prevailing circumstances.

Chess meets Geopolitics: Koneru Humpy and the candidates conundrum

Over the years Humpy has been one of the country’s most consistent performers, carrying Indian representation deep into global tournaments and inspiring a generation of young players who now see chess as a viable sporting career.

PM Modi congratulates Koneru Humpy on World Rapid bronze medal

The Prime Minister often makes it a point to acknowledge the achievements of India's athletes and para athletes, personally meeting many of them across sports disciplines.

Divya Deshmukh beats Koneru Humpy in Women's World Cup final, becomes GM

Divya Deshmukh is only the fourth woman from India to become a Grandmaster, and the 88th overall.

FIDE Women's World Cup final: Koneru Humpy draws with Divya Deshmukh in first game

Results: Divya Deshmukh (Ind) drew with Koneru Humpy (Ind); Zhongyi Tan (Chn) drew with Tingjie Lei (Chn).

Koneru Humpy vs Divya Deshmukh live streaming details: FIDE Women’s World Cup final preview, schedule and how to watch

Koneru Humpy vs Divya Deshmukh live streaming details: On Saturday and Sunday, the two finalists will engage in two traditional matches.

PM Modi calls Humpy 'sporting icon' after meeting with chess ace

Humpy capped a wonderful year for Indian chess by defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia to emerge champion in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship in New York.

Koneru Humpy's grit and brilliance continues to inspire millions: Prime Minister Narendra Modi

Humpy had won the event back in 2019 at Georgia, and the India No. 1 is only the second player after China's Ju Wenjun to clinch the title more than once.

Koneru Humpy grabs historic Rapid chess world title

Humpy had won the event back in 2019 at Georgia, and the Indian No. 1 is only the second player after China’s Ju Wenjun to clinch the title more than once. The 37-year-old Humpy finished the tournament with 8.5 out of 11 points.