HYDERABAD, July 26, 2011
Dronavalli Harika, who has emulated Koneru Humpy as the only Indian woman ever to win a Grandmaster title in the men’s category, is now eagerly waiting for something special to happen.
“I am excited at the huge opportunity of Humpy becoming the world champion this year-end,” says the smiling chess player, who returned to the city from China on Monday.
“I am very keen on an Indian woman becoming a world champion. That has never happened. I will be thrilled if Humpy gets there,” she said, referring to the World championship title-clash between Hou Yifan of China and Humpy later this year.
“Professionally, I do have the feeling that I should achieve the big things first. But otherwise, I have no hassles. She is a great player, and, I have a very strong feeling that Humpy is just one step away from a world championship victory.”
The other dream — personal — which this young champion is chasing now is to be a member of the Indian team on the Chess Olympiad medal podium.
“Because of the strong and intense competition, it should be a major achievement in anybody’s career,” she said.
Interestingly, Harika revealed that she never speaks about chess with the more seasoned campaigner from her own State, Humpy. “Yes, her achievements do inspire us a lot. But, that is it.”
Reflecting on her own career, Harika says she keeps learning new things day in and day out. “It is an endless process, especially in this world of technological advances.”
Source: http://www.thehindu.com
Nice.
Hi Susan Polgar,
Well,all the best “Humpy”.Her skills are fine,I had read two to three of her games.
To be successful,I think,if “Humpy” request a short discussion session with “The World Champion Anand” [ If Anand has time,he may give her specific suggestion based on her play ]which will definitely ,be handy while facing the unexpected combination from the opponent ]
Immediate request to Anand,for his suggestion will be wiser.
For any unavoidable reason,if Anand is not reachable.
Worry not,just “Humpy” needs to increase her pouncing skills on chess game without letting her supportive piece positions. Reading the opponents previous games is must,never underestimate the opponent at any point of time.Its easily possible for “Humpy” to turn stronger and succeed in the coming year end tournament.
Anand’s suggestions will be best aid.[ If available ]
By
Venky [ India – Chennai ]