In the end, the 19-year-old Divya emerge victorious against her own countrywoman and win the final in the rapid tiebreaks after two classical draws

Divya Deshmukh, 19, made history as the first Indian woman to win the Chess World Cup, defeating Koneru Humpy. Her victory, resulting in her becoming India's 88th Grandmaster, has inspired many and highlighted her emotional journey.

Divya Deshmukh's story is one of pure magic! From a child prodigy winning national titles to becoming a U-20 world champion, Olympiad gold medalist, and FIDE Women's World Cup Champion at the just 19,