India, July 31 -- Divya Deshmukh got a grand welcome on her return to Nagpur, after winning the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup title in Batumi (Georgia). The 19-year-old was welcomed by a massive crowd at the airport in Nagpur, as family, friends and chess fans from across the city flocked to cheer for her.

On arriving in Nagpur, she said, "I am so happy to receive this affection. My heart is full."

"I'll take some rest this month and prepare for Grand Swiss next," she added.

Divya defeated Koneru Humpy in the final, and was extremely emotional after the win. There were tears of joy rolling down her cheeks as she hugged her mother, who tried to calm her down.

During her post-match interview, she said, "I need time to process it. I think...