GMs Koneru Humpy, Hou Yifan Bat for More Equitable Chess Ecosystem
News 18The Global Chess League, a joint venture between Tech Mahindra and FIDE, is at a crucial juncture, with the SG Alpine Warriors leading the lot at 15 points, closely followed by the Ganges Grandmasters at 12 points and upGrad Mumba Masters giving a close chase at the third spot. While the league’s unique mixed-team format has drawn many praises from various sections of the chess world, leading women players like Grandmaster Koneru Humpy from the upGrad Mumba Masters and Grandmaster Hou Yifan from Ganges Grandmasters feel that it is just the first step towards a more equitable chess ecosystem. Even for some open events, the chances for women players to win it weren’t as good as today.” She further added, “In the past few years, there are more organisers and sponsors paying attention to women’s chess. I hope that there will be a more promising attitude towards women’s chess and I also hope that because of our performance and experience, it will encourage more young girls to get involved with chess.” On the other hand, GM Humpy discussed India’s case in point and said, “If I take India’s case, I still feel that compared to the boys, the number of women players is quite less.
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