Indian chess grandmaster Koneru Humpy withdraws from FIDE Tournament

Indian chess Grandmaster Koneru Humpy on Sunday announced her withdrawal from the upcoming FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament through a social media post.

“After deep reflection, I have taken the difficult decision to withdraw from the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament. No event, no matter how important, can come before personal safety and well-being. Despite the assurances provided, I do not feel fully secure under the current circumstances. This is a painful but necessary decision, and I stand by it,” said Humpy in her statement.