India’s chess legacy soared as Koneru Humpy claimed her second World Rapid Chess Championship title on Sunday, defeating Indonesia’s Irene Sukandar. The 37-year-old, who first won in 2019, joins China’s Ju Wenjun as the only players with multiple titles in this format.
Key Highlights:
- Humpy’s Journey: Consistent performances include a bronze (2012, Moscow) and silver (2023, Samarkand).
- 2024 Achievement: Humpy scored 8.5 points in 11 rounds to secure the championship.
- India’s Year in Chess: The win follows D Gukesh’s triumph over Ding Liren in the classical format World Championship in Singapore.
In the men’s category, Volodar Murzin (Russia), 18, became the second-youngest FIDE World Rapid Champion, marking another milestone in the chess world.
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