Exciting Quarterfinals Set for 2024 Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship!

The 2024 Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship saw some thrilling action as IM Mai Narva almost pulled off a sensation by almost knocking out GM Alexandra Kosteniuk. However, heartbreak struck as Narva blundered a piece just as victory seemed within her grasp in the armageddon decider. On the other hand, GM Valentina Gunina secured her spot in the quarterfinals after defeating IM Divya Deshmukh by a five-point margin.

The first Quarterfinals are set to take place on Monday, September 2, with exciting matchups including GM Hou Yifan vs. IM Polina Shuvalova and Kosteniuk vs. GM Vaishali Rameshbabu.

In a nail-biting showdown, Kosteniuk managed to edge out Narva by the narrowest of margins after a series of intense games that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Meanwhile, Gunina dominated her match against Deshmukh, securing a convincing victory.

The Julius Baer Women’s Speed Chess Championship continues to showcase the incredible talent and competitive spirit of female chess players from around the world. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches as the tournament progresses.