Koneru Humpy Eyes Historic Double at FIDE Blitz Championship

Indian chess icon Koneru Humpy seeks to secure a significant double by capturing the World Blitz Chess title after winning the World Rapid Chess Championship. The event promises competitive action with notable players like Magnus Carlsen and R Praggnanandhaa in the mix.

Following her monumental victory at the World Rapid Chess Championship, Indian chess stalwart Koneru Humpy is setting her sights on a historic double with the upcoming FIDE World Blitz Championship.

Humpy clinched the Rapid title by defeating Indonesia's Irene Sukandar, marking her second win and a remarkable year for Indian chess. With a USD 60,000 prize at stake, Humpy aims to make her mark at the Blitz event.

The competition will see top players, including Magnus Carlsen, who returns after a disqualification, and emerging talents like R Praggnanandhaa and Arjun Erigaisi, all contending for the prestigious title.

(With inputs from agencies.)