Anastasia Bodnaruk Emerges Victorious in Exciting Play-In Tournament for 2024 Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship

Anastasia Bodnaruk emerged victorious in the fourth and final Play-In tournament for the 2024 Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship, defeating Malak Ismayil in a thrilling armageddon tiebreak. The tournament saw intense battles and surprising comebacks, with Priyanka Nutakki making a remarkable run before falling to Ismayil in the Semifinals.

The main event, featuring 16 of the top female chess players, is set to begin on Thursday, August 22. The Play-In tournaments provided a platform for talented players to earn a spot in the prestigious championship, with Bodnaruk showcasing her skills and determination to secure her place in the main event.

The tournament was filled with exciting moments, including dramatic endings and unexpected twists, keeping fans on the edge of their seats. The Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship promises to deliver high-level competition and thrilling matches as the best female players in the world battle it out for the title and a $75,000 prize fund.