Nagpur: FIDE Women's World Cup winner and India's newest Grandmaster, Divya Deshmukh, said that while Indian players have ...

India’s Divya Deshmukh entered the top-15 of FIDE’s world women’s classical chess ranking for the first time after her title ...

Divya Deshmukh has followed an unconventional path to the top with her aggressive game, charismatic personality and by ...

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Earlier this week, the 19-year-old from Nagpur had won the FIDE Women’s World Cup title to secure her grandmaster title as ...

Divya's win was as significant as the all-Indian final. Women's chess is a Chinese stronghold. It has been for almost double ...

The 19-year-old Divya’s victory over compatriot Koneru Humpy in the World Cup final helped her become India’s 88th Grandmaster, besides earning a spot at the Candidates tournament in 2026.

At just 19, Divya Deshmukh’s historic World Cup win has turned her into a breakout star in Indian sport. As brands look ...

Chess is gaining massive visibility in India, and athletes like Divya Deshmukh are becoming relatable icons for audiences who value intellect and performance, said marketers.

Although chess is not a physical sport, men and women often play separately to promote inclusivity, address historical gaps, ...

The unique thrill of team chess was on full display during MGD1’s title win at the Rapid & Blitz Team Championships.

The 19- year-old Divya Deshmukh beat 38-year-old Koneru Humpy in an all-Indian final to become the first Indian champion of ...