Wenjun Ju Triumphs in Tata Steel Chess India 2023 Women's Blitz Championship

By: WE Staff | Tuesday, 5 September 2023

Wenjun Ju has emerged as the champion of the Tata Steel Chess India 2023 Women's Blitz competition after a closely contested event. With 12.5/18 points, Ju Ju Wenjun secured victory in this prestigious chess tournament.

The competition was fiercely competitive, and the final round played a pivotal role in determining the winners. In this crucial round, Wenjun Ju managed to defeat GM Anna Ushenina, further solidifying her claim to the title.

Humpy Koneru, another prominent chess player, finished in the second position with a total of 12/18 points. Harika Dronavalli secured the third spot with 10.5/18 points, showcasing the high level of competition among these exceptional players.

It's worth noting that the Blitz event was closely followed by IM Divya Deshmukh, the winner of the Rapid event, who also scored 10.5/18 points. Her impressive performance highlighted her skill and determination in this challenging chess competition.

Wenjun Ju's victory is her remarkable comeback in the final six games of the tournament. Starting with only 0.5/3 on the final day, she displayed incredible resilience and skill by winning 5.5 out of the last 6 games. This late surge allowed her to secure the title convincingly.

The Tata Steel Chess India 2023 Women's Blitz competition was a closely watched and highly anticipated event in the chess world. The level of competition, strategic brilliance, and sportsmanship demonstrated by the participants added to the tournament's prestige.

As the Tata Steel Chess India 2023 Women's Blitz concludes, the Rapid event for men begins on the same day. Chess enthusiasts and fans around the world eagerly await the exciting matches and exceptional displays of talent in this prestigious chess tournament.