Ju Wenjun defeated challenger! Extends lead before the break in Chongqing
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Ju Wenjun defeated challenger! Extends lead before the break in Chongqing

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship is heating up! In Game 6, reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun defeated challenger Tan Zhongyi with the black pieces. This win gives Ju a strong 4–2 lead as the match heads into the second half—and to Tan’s hometown of Chongqing. It…

Ju Wenjun Takes the Lead in Game 5 of Women’s World Championship
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Ju Wenjun Takes the Lead in Game 5 of Women’s World Championship

For the first time in the match, reigning World Champion Ju Wenjun has taken the lead.She won Game 5 with confidence and control. Her opponent, Tan Zhongyi, playing with the Black pieces, ran into early trouble in the opening.Ju quickly took the advantage and never let it go….

Tan Zhongyi Strikes First in FIDE Women’s World Championship 2025
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Tan Zhongyi Strikes First in FIDE Women’s World Championship 2025

Game 2 of the FIDE Women’s World Championship brought the first decisive result — and it was Tan Zhongyi who made the breakthrough. The challenger took the lead after Ju Wenjun, the reigning champion, made a costly endgame mistake. The match had started cautiously. Game 1 was a…

Ju Wenjun vs Tan Zhongyi Begins with a Balanced Game
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Ju Wenjun vs Tan Zhongyi Begins with a Balanced Game

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship has officially begun in Shanghai, China. Game 1 started at 3 PM local time, with Ju Wenjun playing White and Tan Zhongyi playing Black. The opening of the game saw the Sicilian Defence, French Variation—a calmer line compared to the usual…

FIDE Women’s World Championship Opening Ceremony 2025
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FIDE Women’s World Championship Opening Ceremony 2025

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Championship officially began with a grand opening ceremony in Shanghai. The event took place at the JW Marriott Hotel, creating a prestigious setting for this major chess tournament. Press Conference At 16:00 local time, journalists gathered in the Grand Banquet Hall for the…