Fide Women's Grand Prix chess: Harika, Humpy settle for draws

Indian Grandmasters Harika Dronavalli and Koneru Humpy both settled for draw in their respective games at the Fide Women's Grand Prix chess in Chengdu (China) on Thursday.

World number three in women's section, Humpy, who was on a winning streak after three consecutive victories, had to share honours with world number 17 Lela Javakhishvili following 31 compelling moves.

In another game, 25-year-old Harika had to face another successive draw against world number 29 Pia Cramling of Sweden. The 29-year-old Humpy retained her top spot with four points after the fifth round, while Harika was third with 3.5 points.