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Koneru Humpy Wins Historic Second Rapid World Title To End Brilliant 2024 For Indian Chess


Published on 2024-12-28 22:45:16 - Outlookindia
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  • Grand Master Koneru Humpy won the 2024 FIDE World Rapid Championship title on Sunday to cap off an exceptional year for Indian Chess where the country established itself as a dominating force in the g

Koneru Humpy has made history by becoming only the second player ever to win multiple FIDE World Rapid Chess Championships. She clinched the title in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, defeating Anastasia Bodnaruk in a tie-breaker after both players finished with 9 points each. This victory adds to her previous win in 2019, highlighting her dominance in the rapid chess format. Humpy's achievement places her in elite company, following in the footsteps of Anna Muzychuk, who also secured the title multiple times. This success not only underscores Humpy's skill and consistency in rapid chess but also elevates her status in the chess world.

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