Anand Mahindra Praises Koneru Humpy for Winning FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion Title

Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has made history by winning the FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion title, defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia in a sensational match. The victory has garnered widespread praise and congratulations, with business mogul Anand Mahindra joining in to commend her achievement.

In a special post on social media, Anand Mahindra expressed his pride in Koneru Humpy’s victory, calling her an “Indian Queen” who has made the country proud. He also highlighted the significance of her win in what has been a remarkable year for Indian chess.

The International Chess Federation also shared the news of Humpy Koneru’s victory, declaring her the 2024 FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion. The announcement was met with an outpouring of support and admiration on social media, with users congratulating and praising the Grandmaster for her remarkable feat.

Reflecting on her win, Koneru Humpy expressed her excitement and happiness, noting that it came as a surprise after a challenging year of competition. Her success adds to the impressive achievements of Indian chess players, including D Gukesh’s recent title as the youngest chess champion.

Overall, Koneru Humpy’s victory has not only made her fans proud but has also showcased the talent and skill of Indian chess players on the global stage. Congratulations continue to pour in for the newly crowned FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion, solidifying her place as a true chess champion.