Cyprus, April 15 (IANS) India’s R Vaishali on Wednesday won the FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026, earning her the chance to compete for the World Championship against Ju Wenjun later this year.The 24-year-old secured her win in dramatic style, defeating Kateryna Lagno 8.5/14 in the final round with white pieces.She played calmly and effectively, finishing half a point ahead of the competition. This victory marked an incredible turnaround; she had started the tournament as one of the lowes…
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