Final Leg FIDE WGP: Badelka, Vaishali, and Tan Start with Wins
| | | |

Final Leg FIDE WGP: Badelka, Vaishali, and Tan Start with Wins

The final leg of FIDE WGP (Women’s Grand Prix) kicked off in Austria with high drama and exciting chess. Round one featured big wins for Olga Badelka, Vaishali Rameshbabu, and Tan Zhongyi. Austrian Star Badelka Upsets Kosteniuk IM Olga Badelka, playing for host country Austria, shocked former World…

Women’s Grand Prix Finale Opens in Austria
| | | |

Women’s Grand Prix Finale Opens in Austria

The final tournament of the 2024/2025 Women’s Grand Prix finale has begun in Grosslobming, Austria, with a festive and unique opening. Players were welcomed with polka music, fine Austrian wine, and traditional clothing, making it a memorable start. It’s rare to see a top-level chess event held at…

FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Heads to Austria for the Final Stage
| | | | |

FIDE Women’s Grand Prix Heads to Austria for the Final Stage

The 2024/2025 FIDE Women’s Grand Prix is reaching its climax! Three top players are still in the race for the overall title as the final leg begins in Austria on May 6. The journey started back in August 2024 in Tbilisi, Georgia. This was a perfect place to…

The Quality of a Champion – Humpy and Zhu Jiner Share the Lead
| | | |

The Quality of a Champion – Humpy and Zhu Jiner Share the Lead

As the Women’s Grand Prix in Pune nears its end, two players stand out — Humpy Koneru and Zhu Jiner. With just one round to go, both are tied for first place. What makes a true champion in chess? After watching many top events, it’s clear: elite players…

Ju Wenjun Leads the Way in FIDE Women’s Events 2024–25
| | | |

Ju Wenjun Leads the Way in FIDE Women’s Events 2024–25

Fresh off winning her fifth world title, Ju Wenjun is leads the way in the 2024–25 FIDE Women’s series. She’s currently leading the rankings and putting serious pressure on her rivals. In this series, the highest-ranked player who hasn’t qualified by other means will earn a spot in…

Humpy Koneru win against Zhu Jiner, Leads Women’s Grand Prix in Pune
| | | |

Humpy Koneru win against Zhu Jiner, Leads Women’s Grand Prix in Pune

What a thrilling round in the Women’s Grand Prix India! With just two rounds left, the tournament has taken a dramatic turn. Humpy Koneru delivered a fantastic win against Zhu Jiner and now leads the event. The round also featured bold moves, close calls, and powerful performances by…

Never move too soon – Divya and Zhu Jiner Take the Lead in Pune
| | | | |

Never move too soon – Divya and Zhu Jiner Take the Lead in Pune

Round 2 of the Pune Women’s Grand Prix brought excitement, drama, and a powerful lesson: never move too soon. Indian star Divya Deshmukh and China’s Zhu Jiner now lead the tournament after two strong wins each. Let’s take a closer look at what happened in today’s games. Opening…