Divya Deshmukh wins Women’s World Cup 2025!

Humpy Koneru and Divya Deshmukh faced off in the tiebreak for the title at the 2025 Women’s World Cup. After a draw in the first game, the second developed into a dramatic battle with fluctuating evaluations in a complex rook endgame. With time running short, it was Humpy Koneru who made the final mistake, allowing Divya Deshmukh to win the game, the match, and the title. | Photos: Andrei Anosov/FIDE