Indian Chess Player Koneru Humpy Talks About Balancing Professional and Personal Life, Avoiding Social Media distractions

Indian Grand Master Koneru Humpy, known for her exceptional skills in chess, recently shared insights into her life as a professional player and a mother. Juggling between her career and motherhood, Koneru has faced challenges but continues to excel in the game.

Having her father, Koneru Ashok, as her coach, Koneru had the advantage of personalized training but also faced the pressure of maintaining a strict professional relationship. Despite the challenges, she credits her father for helping her grow as a player.

While Koneru has passed on her love for chess to her daughter, Ahana, she believes her daughter’s interests lie elsewhere, in art. Koneru, who avoids social media to stay focused on her game, believes that chess is still underrated compared to other sports like cricket.

Looking ahead, Koneru is gearing up for the Mumba Masters in the Global Chess League, where she hopes to showcase her best performance. With the tournament featuring a unique joint-team format, Koneru is excited about the competition and aims to give her all.

As chess gains more recognition in India, players like Koneru continue to inspire the next generation of chess enthusiasts. With her dedication and passion for the game, Koneru remains a prominent figure in the world of chess.