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FIDE World Rapid 2025: Arjun Erigaisi, Humpy Win Bronze

30 December 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSFIDE World Rapid2025: ArjunErigaisi, HumpyWin Bronze30 December 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Two Indian chess players earned podium finishes at the world rapid events in Qatar.

Key facts

  • Event: 2025 FIDE World Rapid and Women’s World Rapid Championships, Doha, Qatar.
  • Champions: Magnus Carlsen (open) and Alexandra Goryachkina (women).
SectionWinnerIndian bronze
OpenMagnus CarlsenArjun Erigaisi
WomenAlexandra GoryachkinaKoneru Humpy

Exam angle

  • Host city: Doha, Qatar.
  • Indian bronze medallists: Arjun Erigaisi and Koneru Humpy.
  • Men’s and women’s champions: Magnus Carlsen and Alexandra Goryachkina.

Test yourself

1. Where were the 2025 FIDE World Rapid Championships played?

The notes say the events were in Doha, Qatar.

2. Who won the women's title at the 2025 FIDE Women's World Rapid Championship?

Goryachkina won; Humpy took bronze.

3. Which Indian player won bronze in the men's section at the 2025 FIDE World Rapid?

Arjun Erigaisi earned the men's bronze.