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News1829-12-2025, 00:00

Humpy, Erigaisi Clinch Bronze at FIDE World Rapid Championships

  • Koneru Humpy secured bronze in the women's section of the FIDE World Rapid Championships due to tie-breaker rules, despite tying for the top spot.
  • Humpy missed her third world rapid title after a draw with compatriot B Savitha Shri in the final round.
  • Arjun Erigaisi won bronze in the 'Open' category, finishing with 9.5 points after defeating Aleksandr Shimanov.
  • Magnus Carlsen claimed his sixth World Rapid title in the 'Open' section, earning 70,000 Euros.
  • Aleksandra Goryachkina won the women's world rapid title, defeating Zhu Jiner in a tie-breaker.

Why It Matters: Koneru Humpy and Arjun Erigaisi proudly secured bronze medals for India at the FIDE World Rapid Championships.

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