Chess champion Koneru Humpy described meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi as an "incredible honour" after her historic win at the 2024 FIDE Women's World Rapid Championship. The meeting marked a significant moment of recognition for her exceptional achievement.

Grandmaster Koneru Humpy met Prime Minister Narendra Modi following her victory in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship. Humpy's win marked a successful year for Indian chess. Previously, she became the second player to win this title twice,

Koneru Humpy capped a wonderful year for Indian chess by defeating Irene Sukandar of Indonesia to emerge champion in the prestigious tournament in New York on Sunday.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday called Grandmaster Koneru Humpy "a sporting icon" after she met him following her recent triumph in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship.

Koneru won her second world rapid title. It was the fourth time she finished in the top three of the event. Previously, the Indian chess player won the title back in 2019. Koneru sealed the title after finishing with a score of 8.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi heaped praise on Grandmaster Koneru Humpy after she won the FIDE Women’s World Rapid Chess championship title

Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed Grandmaster Koneru Humpy as a sporting icon after her victory in the FIDE Women's World Rapid Chess Championship. Humpy, who met Modi with her family, expressed her gratitude for the memorable moment.