Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy Becomes FIDE Women's World Rapid Champion

Indian grandmaster Koneru Humpy has pulled off a sensational turnaround in New York to be crowned FIDE Women's World Rapid Champion, clinching her second title in this tournament. Humpy began the tournament with a loss, bounced back on Day 2 and eventually rose to the top on Day 3 from a crowded field at the top of the standings.

2024 has already been a sensational year in chess for India and Humpy added to the list of achievements by being crowned the World Rapid Champion in New York. She had previously won the title in 2019.