Vaishali Survives Tiebreak Drama in Women`s World Cup

Vaishali`s dramatic tiebreak victory highlights the fierce competition in the 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup.

The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Cup has ignited the chess world with electrifying matches and stunning upsets. IM Song Yuxin has made headlines by advancing to round four after a gripping victory over Anna Muzychuk, showcasing her tactical prowess and determination. She joins a cadre of promising talents, including IM Meruert Kamalidenova and IM Umida Omonova, who are proving that youth is a formidable force in this prestigious tournament.

In a nail-biting encounter, Vaishali from India faced off against Carissa Yip from the U.S. The match was a rollercoaster, with Vaishali navigating treacherous waters throughout the tiebreak games. She seized the moment when Yip faltered, capitalizing on critical blunders like 62...bxc3?! and 63...b5??, ultimately securing her place in the next round. This victory underscores the unpredictable nature of chess, where a single mistake can turn the tide.

Meanwhile, the Mukhitdinov Memorial concluded with Davron Sharipov claiming victory with an impressive score of 6.5/9 points. The chess calendar remains vibrant with the ongoing 58th Biel Chess Festival and the 24th Warsaw Najdorf Chess Festival. Additionally, Nishanth Challa triumphed in the Brilliant Trophy Juniors Online Chess Tournament, finishing with 11 points, while the 2025 Chesstival showcased unique collaborations, including Grant Williams teaming up with GM Judit Polgar to win the Head & Hand event. For more details, check out the chess news and tournament updates.

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