Koneru Humpy

About Koneru

Humpy Koneru is one of the most experienced players in the field, with multiple prior Candidates appearances to her name. One of India’s all-time great female players, a former World Championship contender, and a staple of the Indian team at Chess Olympiads, she qualified as runner-up in the 2025 Women’s World Cup, held in Batumi. Humpy only conceded to her teammate Divya in the final – a performance underscoring her continued competitiveness at the elite level. Koneru’s calm and resourceful style, coupled with profound positional understanding, often gives her an edge in long, technical battles. She also excels in rapid and blitz play boasting five World Rapid and Blitz Championship medals: two gold, one silver, and two bronze.