Koneru Humpy meets PM Narendra Modi: ‘Experience was truly unforgettable’ | Chess News
Grandmaster Koneru Humpy on Friday met Prime Miner Narendra Modi after her recent victory in the FIDE Women’s World Rapid Chess Championship.
“It was an incredible honor and a once-in-a-lifetime privilege to meet our esteemed Prime Miner, Shri @narendramodi ji, alongside my family. The experience was truly unforgettable filled with inspiration and encouragement. Thank you, sir, for this remarkable moment!,” Humpy posted on X.
“Glad to have met Koneru Humpy and her family. She is a sporting icon and a source of inspiration for aspiring players. Her sharp intellect and unwavering determination are clearly visible. She has not only brought immense pride to India but has also redefined what excellence is,” PM Modi said quote tweeting Humpy’s original post.
Glad to have met Koneru Humpy and her family. She is a sporting icon and a source of inspiration for aspiring players. Her sharp intellect and unwavering determination are clearly visible. She has not only brought immense pride to India but has also redefined what excellence is. https://t.co/4H4sFrmq5E
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) January 3, 2025
On December 29, Humpy pulled off a sensational turnaround in New York to be crowned FIDE Women’s World Rapid Champion, clinching her second title in this tournament. Humpy, who began the tournament with a loss, bounced back on Day 2 and eventually rose to the top on Day 3 from a crowded field at the top of the standings.
2024 was a sensational year in chess for India and Humpy had added to the l of achievements being crowned the World Rapid Champion in New York. She had previously won the title in 2019.
“I’m very happy and excited because this is my second world Rapid title. I also won in 2019,” Humpy said on FIDE’s live feed after her triumph. “In my career, whenever I’m on the lower side, thinking I’m dropping off, some miracle happens, and I come back. That gives me the motivation to compete further,” she had said after the win.
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