Checkmate! GM Alexandra Kosteniuk triumphs in the 11th Queens Wednesday Tournament
In a battlefield against some of the best female chess players in the world, GM Alexandra Kosteniuk reclaimed her place at the top of the charts at the 11th Swiss Queens Wednesday Tournament with a 9.5/11 score.
The latest edition of the Swiss Queens Wednesday Series witnessed fierce competition and remarkable achievements, with GM Alexandra Kosteniuk emerging as the triumphant queen for the second time in 11 events. Scoring an impressive 9.5/11, Kosteniuk displayed her exceptional skill to clinch victory and a prize of $300.
IM Alina Kashlinskaya showcased her consistency and determination by securing second place for the third time, with a score of 9/11, earning her a well-deserved prize of $250. Meanwhile, IM Polina Shuvalova demonstrated her resilience and expertise to claim third place with a score of 8.5/11, walking away with a prize of $200.
In a closely contested battle for fourth place, GM Valentina Gunina and WCM Assel Lesbekova both finished with a score of 8/11. However, after falling behind in the tiebreak, Gunina secured fourth place and a prize of $150, while Lesbekova claimed fifth place and a prize of $100.
These outstanding performances not only highlight the talent and skill of these remarkable chess queens but also underscore the importance of platforms like #QueensWednesday in promoting gender diversity and inclusivity in the chess community.
As the Swiss Queens Wednesday Tournament Series continues to grow and evolve, it continues to provide a platform for female players to shine, inspire, and make their mark on the world of chess. Congratulations to all the participants for their remarkable achievements, and here’s to many more moments of chess brilliance in the future!
