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The Cuban chess player Yerisbel Miranda shone at the Sub-Zonal 2.3.2 Tournament in Medellín 2025, becoming the champion of the women's segment and , which will take place next July in Batumi, Georgia.
According to the site JIT, the player from Pinar del Río, the current national champion of the island, defeated the host Valentina Argote in the final round, concluding her performance with 7.5 points out of a possible 9, thanks to seven victories, one draw, and only one loss, the latter occurring in her debut.
"Today’s match was the most intense. Although I always controlled it strategically, there was a lot at stake," Miranda confessed to the mentioned outlet after her qualification.
A tournament of comeback and focus
Despite the initial setback, Yerisbel demonstrated competitive spirit by recovering with an almost perfect streak.
" Losing in the first round caught me by surprise and forced me to rethink the tournament. I had to focus on taking it one match at a time, without becoming desperate," he commented.
With an Elo of 2,249, Miranda gained 5.3 rating points, which will be reflected in the next FIDE update. She surpassed the locals Melissa Castrillón and Silvana Pinillo, who finished with seven points and took second and third place among 67 participants.
Cuba, with no quota in the men's Open
In the Open segment, fellow Cuban Jorge Roberto Elías did not achieve his goal of qualifying. Although he finished with 7.5 points, the tiebreaker rules placed him in fifth place, just outside the only available spot, which went to Colombian Ángel Gabriel Córdoba, who placed second behind Roberto García, who had already secured his qualification as the continental champion.
Next stop: World Cup in Georgia
The FIDE Women's World Cup will take place in Batumi from July 31 to November 27. With this victory, Yerisbel Miranda joins the select group of chess players who will represent Latin America in one of the most prestigious tournaments on the international calendar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Yerisbel Miranda's Qualification for the 2025 Chess World Cup
How did Yerisbel Miranda qualify for the 2025 Chess World Cup?
Yerisbel Miranda qualified for the 2025 Chess World Cup by winning the Sub-Zonal Tournament 2.3.2 in Medellín. The Cuban chess player became the champion of the women's segment by accumulating 7.5 points out of a possible 9, achieving seven victories, one draw, and only one loss. This victory secured her the sole ticket available for the event in Batumi, Georgia.
Where and when will the 2025 Chess World Cup be held?
The 2025 Chess World Cup will be held in Batumi, Georgia, from July 31 to November 27, 2025. This tournament is one of the most prestigious events on the international calendar of the International Chess Federation (FIDE).
What challenges did Yerisbel Miranda face in the Sub-Zonal Tournament 2.3.2?
Yerisbel Miranda faced a challenge after losing her first match of the tournament, which forced her to rethink her strategy and focus on taking it one match at a time. Despite this initial setback, she managed to stay competitive and secured her qualification with an almost perfect streak of victories.
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