Chess University Weekly Digest #55

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The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship between GM Ju Wenjun and GM Tan Zhongyi is unfolding across China. With 7 of the 12 games completed, the match is intensifying, and momentum is building toward a potential early conclusion.

We'll provide the latest developments shortly, but first, here’s your Puzzle Challenge:​

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📰 Women’s World Chess Championship Updates

• Event Overview: The 2025 FIDE Women’s World Chess Championship is a 12-game match between reigning champion GM Ju Wenjun and challenger GM Tan Zhongyi, held from April 3 to April 21 in Shanghai and Chongqing, China.​

• Match Format: The first player to reach 6.5 points wins the title. If the match is tied after 12 games, tie-breaks will determine the champion.

• Current Score: After seven games, Ju Wenjun commands a significant lead with a score of 5-2.​

Check out the defending champion’s win with the white pieces in round 7:

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That’s all for this edition. Stay tuned for our May class schedule and new courses coming your way.

Kairav Joshi
President and CEO
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