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Chess | ‘No support in male-oriented society’: Divya Deshmukh becomes the 4th female GM of India, but why not more? , Chess news
New Delhi: In the country of more than 1.5 billion people, every milestone bears weight. However, some victory is beyond personal achievements as they highlight the uncomfortable truth. Divya Deshmukh’s recent victory in the Fid Women’s World Cup was the same moment.At the age of only 18, Nagpur -born became the 88th Grandmaster (GM) of India, which joined an aristocratic club, which represents the summit of chess achievement worldwide. But a very great fact hidden behind applause and praise is: Divya is only the fourth woman in India to acquire that tag. In one of the world’s fastest growing chess ecosystems, why have only four women made it at the top, while more than 80 men have done so?Inequality is not only statistical; This is a symptom of a deep issue.Go beyond the border with our YouTube channel. Subscribe now!For GM Harika Dronewali, the road of success began with some misleading simple.Harika said, “I was introduced to chess at a young age of my family, and when I enjoyed it, the moment the moment I really spewed my drive, he was looking at a rolling trophy to the winner of a local tournament,” Harika, who started a journey of her chess at the age of seven, Timesofindia.com,“He stayed with me. I wanted to win myself. The following year, I went to win the national championship in my age category. That victory changed everything.”That change set him on a trip, which led to global recognition, but it was not always easy.“Then, chess did not receive as much public attention or sponsorship support,” she remembers. “It was difficult to maintain inspiration. The young players received today were very difficult when I was starting.”
Chess player Harika Dronwali (R) (Photo by Sala Malkavi/ Getty Image)
Yet Harika is in a hurry to clarify that her struggle was not always gender-specific. “I wouldn’t say that I had to face challenges that were especially because of my gender. I have been lucky in that regard,” she says. “But girls are not pushed to carry on ambitious goals in the same way.,GM Srinath Narayanan, a coach and one of the country’s most respected chess minds, has spent years to work with top players, both men and women of India.Asked why there are only four women GMS in India, their reaction is both clear and layered.“There are many interconnected reasons. Chess, like many other areas, reflects broad social patterns. Girls in India often face more pressure to prioritize academics or domestic responsibilities on sports. In addition, chess demands constant investment: time, travel, coaching, and family can hesitate to support girls in such a career, ”they say.“There is a noticeable drop-off after the age of 13–15 years, when many promising girl players slow or leave. Security concerns during the journey, and even during training put girls into a loss.
Shrinath Narayanan
“From a very young age, boys compete with other boys in a strong open pool, while girls compete with other girls in weak pools. It has long -term results. Their growth is limited by competition in a weak area. Women who have gone to break these huts often compete in open classes from a very young age. But this is not an easy decision. Being the best female player in the world, it provides more comfort and safety than having 100 numbers in the open section, which you do not get financially far away. Therefore women are encouraged to compete only, where the roof is very low. ,This entry of gender expectations makes a self-fulfilling prediction.31 -year -old Grandmaster says, “A better mindset than women in chess is not helpful.” “Although it is completely untrue, repeating it makes it a part of our belief system. A faith in naturally inferior is less confident levels, causing low expectations, and becomes a self-limiting factor.“Chess is expensive, and until a player has strong support, it is difficult, especially without immediate results. As girls get older, there is often more pressure in line with traditional roles, prefer academics, or opt for a “safe” career path. ,International Master (IM) Ventica Agarwal, one of the most promising young female players in India, three -time gold medal winners at Chess Olympiad, and Arjuna Award recipient, pointed to several practical barriers, one of them has difficulty playing tournaments abroad, as they offer high ratings.
Ventica Aggarwal
“It is financially challenging to play a lot of tournaments abroad. They need a person to travel with them, while boys start traveling alone from an early age,” 23 years old.“Women players do not get much opportunity to play with very strong players, which disrupts their development. Only women play in tournaments can lead to a decrease in contact with various styles of playing.“And our society is still male-oriented. Women do not get equal opportunity and support. ,Ventica is clear about what needs to be changed.“Women players require financial assistance, so that they can get the experience of playing a high-rated tournament abroad and the exposure required to reach the next level. (2500-2600 rated GMS) with more Grandmaster Round Robinas should be operated in India, and the upcoming top women players should get a chance to make it rapidly.”MGD1 co-founder Srikar Chanparagada, who manages many top grandmasters in India, agrees that the root of the problem is structural.“The simplest answer is a lack of support support. Parents, coaches, union, and even sponsors have insufficient support. It makes it difficult for girls to see chess as a real career route. Less of them sticks with it, and this means that the less potential female Grandmaster,” Srikar says.“Women players need to nurture the belief that they are not held back in any way from competing at the highest level. They can compete in the open category and still be victorious. We often see confidence at an early age.Also read: ‘Security Protocol’: Why Divya Deshmukh played World Cup winning step inside the vacant siteSo what can be done?Answer are many, but they converge at one point: the chess ecosystem should have coordinated action from each stakeholder. Parents should encourage the ambitions of their daughters. Coaches should scout and advise women talent with long -term schemes. The associations should make inclusive policies and prefer female representation. The sponsors should take steps with committed financial assistance. And above all, the society should believe, really believe that girls can be grandmasters, not despite their gender, but regardless of it.Divya Deshmukh’s GM title, despite no criteria before the Women’s World Cup, is a monumental moment in the history of Indian chess, but it should not be an discrepancy. It should be a spark. Because the real victory will come when his story is not extraordinary, but expected.
Jelna Ostapaneko Three days after telling American, apologizing on social media on Saturday Taylor Townsand it was “No class” and “no education” After his second round match at the US Open.
The townsand, which is black, and Ostapenco, who belongs to Latvia, had an intense front and back on Wednesday after the Townsand won in straight sets. After his match, Townsend said that Ostapenko bounted him for not apologizing for a net cord and then used derogatory language and questioned the Townsand’s intelligence and character.
Ostapenko’s words gave rise to racism allegations, along with Coco goff And Naomi Osaka Among those who publicly Came to protect the townsandOsaka said that Townsend told Ostapenko saying that “One of the worst things can you say to a black tennis player in the majority white game.”
Ostapaneko Written on her Instagram story Saturday, “I wanted to apologize for some things I said during my second round singles match. English is not my native language, so when I said that education I only consider as tennis etiquette, but I think the words I used could have offended many people beyond the tennis court.
“I appreciate the support because I continue to learn and develop as a person and a tennis player. Goodbye New York and I am eager to come back next year.”
The townsend was asked from Wednesday to whether he thought he was a racial venture for the comments of Ostapenko and said “he did not take it in this way,” but admitted, “It was ‘not educated’ in our community and a stigma of everything, when it is the farthest thing from the truth.”
Townsand, who harasses number 5 seeds Mirra Andreva on Friday night Reach the US Open round of 16 For the first time since 2019, he said Get countless messages of support Standing from friends and players and for its values.
“Sometimes, I think in society, especially the people of color, are expected to silence us, or sometimes there are times where we have to decide and when we speak, and have to be very strategic in such moments, then it is important for me that I am important not only for myself but also for my first round along with my first round as well as my first round, as well as my first round.” Caterina Siniakova“No matter what it does not matter what attention comes or whatever it is, I think it is about it being unexpectedly, be happy about who you are and never allow anyone to get you out of your character and who you are as a person.”
On Thursday, Townsend said that he had not heard from Ostapenko since his match. It is not known whether he has communicated since then.
Ruben Amorim has said that he is expecting good news Mathew kunha And Mason mount There were injuries against both Burnley Because Manchester United They need to be “competitive.”
Kunha, £ 62.5 million ($ 84.4m) was forced to sign with wolves in summer, was forced during the first half of 3-2 wins On Saturday, in Old Trafford, which appeared as a hamstring injury.
Mount, who had the first 45 minutes, did not come back to the second half and was replaced Kobi menu,
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The pair will be assessed by the Medical Staff of United and Amorim suggested that it would represent a major setback if they were sidelined for a long time.
Amorim was so disappointed when Kunha grabbed his leg and went down that he had to stop himself from kicking the water bottle in the stand.
“I don’t know (how they),” said the United Boss.
“We will examine them. We need those who are really bad to be competitive.”
Despite injuries to Kunha and Mount, they were able to secure their first win of the United season. Bruno Fernandes,
Amorim’s team moved forward only twice and returned by Bernley.
The game was growing for a draw, before the groom Stuart Atwell honored United with a penalty in the 97th minute and Fernandes found the net a week after the spot, which was after disappearing from the spot. Fulham,
“It ended well,” said Amorim.
“I think we were worthy of winning the game. I think we have made a lot of opportunities, we should go half -time with great benefits.
“And then, everything in this moment, every possession near our box, they can score. We are in that moment, so we always start chasing a lot of things.
“But we were worthy and we tried for the last minute to score, we had our own opportunities and in the end we were worth winning.”
Manchester, England – Ruben was not a great festival from Amorim when the last whistle of the referee Sam Barrot was brought to the end Manchester UnitedChaotic 3-2 Win on Burnley,
He shook hands with Scott Parker, hugged Joshua Zirkazi And went with the sideline and under the tunnel alone. He sometimes slowed his speed to wipe the rain of Manchester with his eyebrows and clapped fans, screaming messages of encouragement, but it was that. Happiness or no scream of big fist pumps – more relief than anything.
Amorim used his Premach News conference on Friday to explain the emotional upheaval of being a joint manager, especially in the days after shock Karabao Cup Get out of the hands of the fourth-tier Grambi Town. “Sometimes I love my players, sometimes I hate my players,” was one of their soundbights.
You imagine that after seeing his team twice, he threw a lead against the new promoted Bernley before the 97 -minute penalty is needed. Bruno Fernandes – Portuguese coach felt more that more during the afternoon to claim the first win of the season- honored by Vara Stuart Atwell.
He made fun of the previous season on his 40th birthday that he was already feeling 50. Many times against Bernley when he looked 150. Nevertheless, when the pressure turns on, a win is a win, and the United has finally one.
At least, it should once buy some time to conspiracy to win more assured win. Premier League It resumes after international break. Is this team really capable of that is for debate, especially with Manchester City And Chelsey Ahead.
Amorim, for one, has already seen too much in his 10 -month in -charge. “I am not thinking of a significant turn,” he said later. “I was interacting with you guys like 10 times. (The game) ended well.
“I think we were worthy of winning the game, and then, everything in this moment, in every possession near our box, they can score. We are at that moment, so we always start chasing a lot of things. But we were worthy of (to win) and we tried till the last minute to score. We had our opportunities and finally we were worth winning.”
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The result was not just positive. United made enough inauguration to put 26 shots on the target of Bernley, and they could quite easily go into a halftime 4–0. AMAD DIALLO ZIRKZEE and involved after a clinical retaliation missed and Brian Mabumo,
Mbeumo, is signing summer BrentfordAfter finding a net against Grimbi, he scored his first league goal. His overall performance offered Asha that Cameron Further in helping clicking on 3-4-3 systems of Amorim may be important.
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Amorim: If you play for Man United, everything is news
Ruben Amorim has defended his players after another sub-performance after Bernley’s 3–2 victory.
“It was impressive,” Emerim said that when asked about Mabumo’s performance. “The way he spread the team, he is in the first touch.
But United struggled in a defensively on his way to finish 15th in the Premier League, and there were more issues against Bernley. After winning two against Grimbi, he sent two more against Scott Parker’s side.
There was about one carbon copy of the previous FulhamEmbrace of equal in Craven Cottage in the last weekend – a ball in the box outside this time, and a striker, this time Lyal fosterExploitation of intervals between the back three. Another set of Bernley came from a piece ArsenalIn the initial weekend, the winner in Old Trafford, who came from a corner from the left. It started with a long throw Kyle Walker Ended from the same side and Jayden anthony He is finished in the net through one Kobi menu Deflection.
There were elements of United game that would cause fans to break into cold sweat when they think about the visits of Etihad Stadium and Enfield before the end of October. For Amorim, however, the most important element was the reaction of his players after the disaster in Grimbi. Anything less must have raised serious questions about the situation of Amorim.
“When they try, I will always love my players,” said the United Boss. “Even when Amad Missing that kind of goal. I love Amad, if he is giving everything. And I think we need to understand that we should always be at this level effort.
“The match is not so correct and you can feel that the team struggled a little, especially in the second half, but the effort was always. This is the most important thing.”
It was only Amorim’s fifth league win at Old Trafford after taking a job in November. They will know that more time than a stoppage-time winner against Bernley will be to change the increasing number of suspicion among believers that he is a man to save the club from the last 10 years of mediation.
Another drama-filled roller-coaster was not in the mood to celebrate or talk about the Amorim turning points. In the last reply to the post-news conference after his match, he accepted, the situation in which he is, he could only think “day-to-day”. The victory over Bernley has bought him something else.
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