Exciting Round 4 Action at 2025 Monaco FIDE Women’s Grand Prix: Lagno Takes Sole Lead

GM Kateryna Lagno’s stunning victory in the 2025 Monaco FIDE Women’s Grand Prix has left the chess world in awe. After defeating GM Elisabeth Paehtz in a thrilling match, Lagno expressed her delight, saying “it’s been a long time since I played such a beautiful game.” Lagno’s win propelled her to the sole lead in the tournament, with the remaining games ending in draws.

The highlight of the round was GM Aleksandra Goryachkina’s 93-move battle against GM Tan Zhongyi, which ultimately ended in a draw. IM Sara Khadem also had a near miss, squandering a significant advantage against IM Batkhuyag Munguntuul.

As round five approaches, Lagno is set to face Munguntuul in what promises to be another exciting match. The 2025 Monaco FIDE Women’s Grand Prix has showcased top-level chess and fierce competition, with players vying for the €18,000 prize and valuable Grand Prix points.

Chess enthusiasts can catch all the action of the tournament, which runs until February 27, and follow their favorite players as they compete for a spot in the 2026 FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament. Stay tuned for more updates and analysis as the competition heats up in Monaco.