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R. Vaishali emerged as the winner of the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 held in Cyprus, securing 8.5 points out of 14. Her victory in the final round against Kateryna Lagno ensured her top position in the standings. At just 24 years old, she earned the opportunity to challenge reigning world champion Ju Wenjun for the Women’s World Chess Championship title. Vaishali’s achievement is significant as she becomes one of the few Indian women to reach this stage, marking a major milestone for Indian chess and highlighting her consistent performance at the international level.