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In a historic win at Batumi, Georgia, 19-year-old Divya Deshmukh clinched India's first-ever Women’s World Cup chess title, defeating Grandmaster Koneru Humpy. The intense final saw Divya, playing with black pieces, triumph in a rapid tie-break. Amidst the drama, an untouched banana served as her quirky companion, a constant presence throughout her victorious journey.

Nineteen-year-old Divya Deshmukh triumphed over veteran Koneru Humpy in a tie-breaker at the FIDE Women's World Cup in Batumi, Georgia. Coached by Srinath Narayanan, who likens her composure to M.S. Dhoni, Divya's victory underscores her exceptional talent and determination.

Viswanathan Anand congratulated Divya Deshmukh, 19, on her FIDE Women's World Cup victory over Koneru Humpy, which also earned her the Grandmaster title and a spot in the Candidates Tournament. Anand praised Humpy's fighting spirit, acknowledging her status as a great champion.