Salome Replace Lela Javakhishvili in FIDE WGP India
IM Lela Javakhishvili, Georgia’s nominee, has withdrawn from the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix (WGP) India due to personal reasons. As per WGP rules, Salome Replace Lela Javakhishvili.
Who is Salome Melia?
Salome Melia is a strong Georgian chess player from Batumi(Salome Replace Lela Javakhishvili). She has an impressive career with several achievements:
- Two-time European Under-18 Girls Champion (2004, 2005).
- Silver medalist at the Women’s European Individual Chess Championship (2013).
- Bronze medalist in the same event (2014).
- Two-time Georgian Women’s Champion (2008, 2010).
- Represented Georgia in multiple Chess Olympiads, including the 45th edition in Budapest.
- Part of the gold medal-winning team at the 2015 Women’s World Team Chess Championship in Chengdu.
FIDE WGP India 2025 – Tournament Details
The fifth leg of the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix 2024–25 will be held in India from April 13 to 24. With Salome Melia now in the draw, fans can expect thrilling matchups.
Photos: Anna Shtourman / FIDE_chess
Source: FIDE CHESS NEWS
