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Divya Deshmukh, a 19-year-old Indian chess prodigy, created history by becoming the first Indian woman to reach the final of the FIDE Women’s World Cup 2025, held in Batumi, Georgia. In the semifinals, she secured a remarkable win against former World Champion Tan Zhongyi from China. Her achievement not only marks a milestone for Indian chess but also earned her a place in the FIDE Candidates Tournament, which brings her one step closer to competing for the Women’s World Chess Championship title. This historic performance places Divya among the elite of international women’s chess.