Controversy Erupts as WR Chess Wins After Quarter Replay

WR Chess defended their FIDE Blitz Team title in London, but not without controversy. After losing to Germany & Friends, the team appealed citing miscommunication over start times. FIDE annulled the result, allowing a rematch — sparking sharp player exchanges and debate over fairness in blitz formats.

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Divya Deshmukh Defeats World No. 1 Hou Yifan in Blitz Semifinal

India’s 19-year-old chess prodigy Divya Deshmukh defeats World No. 1 Hou Yifan in a dramatic 74-move Blitz semifinal at the FIDE World Rapid and Blitz Team Championship 2025 in London, earning team bronze and making history for Indian chess.

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