Anna Muzychuk enters FIDE Candidates 2026, replaces Humpy Koneru
Humpy Koneru made her final decision to withdraw from the Candidates 2026 today, “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.”
Anna Muzychuk replaces Humpy Koneru as per the FIDE rules, “In accordance with the tournament regulations, her place was offered to the next highest finisher in the Women’s Events Series 2024–25 who has not yet secured qualification. As a result Anna Muzychuk enters the Candidates Chess 2026”
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