Anand Mahindra Praises Koneru Humpy for Winning FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion Title
Indian Grandmaster Koneru Humpy has emerged victorious in the FIDE Women’s World Rapid Championship, defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia in a sensational win. The news of her triumph has sparked a wave of congratulations on social media, with business mogul Anand Mahindra joining in to praise her achievement.
In a special post dedicated to Koneru Humpy, Anand Mahindra expressed his pride, saying, “An Indian Queen rules the board. Thank you Koneru Humpy for making us so proud. And for providing a winning and fitting finale to what has been an absolutely brilliant year for Indian chess!” He concluded his post with clapping and Indian flag emoticons, garnering attention and appreciation from chess enthusiasts and fans alike.
The International Chess Federation also shared the news of Humpy Koneru’s victory, declaring her as the 2024 FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion. The announcement was accompanied by a picture of the triumphant player, further highlighting her remarkable achievement.
Social media users flooded Anand Mahindra’s post with congratulatory messages and words of praise for Koneru Humpy. The overwhelming support and admiration from fans reflect the widespread joy and excitement surrounding her win.
Reflecting on her victory, Koneru Humpy expressed her excitement and happiness, stating, “I’m very excited and I feel very happy. In fact, I expected it to be a very tough day, like some sort of tie-break. But when I finished the game, I only got to know when the arbitrator told me, and it was a tense moment for me.” She also shared her surprise at the win, considering the challenges she faced throughout the year.
Koneru Humpy’s success adds to the remarkable year for Indian chess, following D Gukesh’s recent achievement as the youngest chess champion. The victories of these talented players have brought pride and recognition to the Indian chess community, showcasing their exceptional skills and dedication to the game.