Divya Deshmukh made history by winning the FIDE Women's World Cup in Batumi. The 19-year-old defeated Grandmaster (GM) Koneru Humpy in a tense tie-break. Spectators were absent during the final moments due to FIDE regulations. Divya's victory marks a significant moment for Indian women's chess. She also became India’s 88th Grandmaster.
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