Alina Kashlinskaya’s Missed Opportunity Against K Humpy in FIDE Women’s GP Chess

In a thrilling turn of events at the FIDE Women’s GP chess tournament in Pune, IM Alina Kashlinskaya of Poland found herself on the brink of a historic victory against veteran Indian GM K Humpy. Kashlinskaya, who had never beaten Humpy in classical chess before, was just one move away from securing a win in the eighth round.

However, in a moment of hesitation, Kashlinskaya decided to play a seemingly forced line instead of the strongest move suggested by the engine. This decision ultimately backfired, as Humpy seized the opportunity to escape and force a draw in the endgame. Despite her disappointment, Kashlinskaya remained optimistic, stating that it’s better to face all challenges in one event rather than spread out over multiple tournaments.

The draw between Kashlinskaya and Humpy allowed Zhu Jiner to stay in contention for the top spot, as she defeated Divya Deshmukh earlier in the day. With both Humpy and Zhu tied at six points each, the final round promises to be a nail-biting finish. Humpy will face Nurgyul Salimova of Bulgaria, while Zhu will take on Polina Shuvalova of Russia.

As the tournament reaches its climax, fans can expect more exciting matches and intense competition. Stay updated with the latest IPL 2025 updates on Times of India, including match schedules, team squads, points table, and live scores for all your favorite teams. Don’t miss out on the race for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap as the tournament heads towards its thrilling conclusion.