New Delhi [India], Aug 29 (ANI): Koneru Humpy was the shining light for India on Saturday in the ongoing Online Chess Olympiad as she defeated Monika Socko of Poland in the semi-finals.

India and Poland had won one round each in normal play and as a result, Humpy had to battle against Socko for the Armageddon (tie-break clash).

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In this clash, Humpy managed to defeat Socko to clinch the summit clash spot for India.

India had lost the first round of the match, but the side managed to make a stunning comeback in the second to stage a remarkable comeback.

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Now, India will take on the winner of the match between Russia and the USA in the finals on Sunday. (ANI)

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