Deshmukh Divya in Women's Chess World Cup Final: A Rollercoaster of Emotions


The Beautiful Dream Continues: Deshmukh Divya Reaches Women's Chess World Cup Final!


The incredible run continues! 9-year-old Deshmukh Divya has defeated the favored Zhongyi Tan in the second game of their match today, securing her spot in the Women's Chess World Cup final. It truly seems that India is a "mine" of chess talent, producing exceptional players of both sexes.

Today's game was an absolute rollercoaster—incredibly dramatic and full of swings. Divya held a material advantage for a long time, utilizing it well. However, at several points, she'd miss a winning move, and the position would revert to a draw. Then, her Chinese opponent would make a big mistake, handing the advantage back to Divya, only for it to slip away again. This back-and-forth must have had both coaches reaching for the valerian! 😂

Ultimately, the final mistake came from the Chinese player. Upon winning and clinching her spot in the final, the young Indian couldn't hold back her tears.

We've posted the game on our website; you absolutely have to see it!



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