Koneru Humpy shines in positional play, Zhu Jiner leads in FIDE Women’s Grand Prix

Ace Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy showcased her exceptional positional play once again as she secured a victory against Polina Shuvalova of Russia in the fourth round of the FIDE Women’s Grand Prix. Humpy’s strategic moves and calculated gameplay helped her outmaneuver her opponent and clinch the win.

Meanwhile, China’s Zhu Jiner continued her impressive run in the tournament with another victory, solidifying her position as the sole leader with 3.5 points. Divya Deshmukh also delivered a stellar performance, rallying to a hard-fought victory over Melia Salome and moving closer to the top spot.

In an all-Indian clash, Dronavalli Harika and Vaishali Rameshbabu battled it out, with the game ultimately ending in a draw after a thrilling exchange of moves. Nurgyul Salimova also emerged victorious in her match against Munguntuul Batkhuyag, showcasing her skills in a Caro-Kann game.

The upcoming round promises an exciting showdown between Humpy and Harika, as well as a match between Divya and Polina. With the competition heating up, fans can expect more intense battles and strategic gameplay in the following rounds of the tournament.