- Azerbaijan’s historic silver and China’s resilient bronze cap a thrilling Women’s World Team Championship.
"VAN" (Sports Desk - 24.11.2025) :: The 2025 Women’s World Team Championship concluded in Linares with a showcase of elite competition, rising talent, and historic performances.
Team FIDE claimed the world title with an undefeated run, Azerbaijan secured a landmark silver, and China completed the podium with a well-earned bronze.
Exceptional individual results across all six boards highlighted the global depth of the women’s game, from Ulviyya Fataliyeva’s commanding board-one gold to Polina Shuvalova’s sensational 9.5/10 and 2827 rating performance on board three.
Final standings
The closing ceremony brought a festive end to an intense and unforgettable week of competition. Winners’ trophies, gold, silver, and bronze medals, along with a selection of commemorative gifts, were presented by Auxi del Olmo, Mayor of Linares; Javier Ochoa, President of the Spanish Chess Federation; and Victor Bologan, FIDE Executive Director.
🏆 1st place – Gold Medal: FIDE Team
With undefeated match play and standout individual performances, the FIDE squad claimed the championship title in commanding style.
🥈 2nd place – Silver Medal: Azerbaijan
A remarkable run, full of grit and inspired tiebreak victories, earned Azerbaijan a well-deserved second place.
🥉 3rd place – Bronze Medal: China
Led by GM Hou Yifan and supported by a rising generation of talents, China secured the final podium spot after two narrow wins in the bronze-medal duel.
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