Judit Polgár

Hungarian chess grandmaster, educator

Judit Polgár - Hungarian chess grandmaster, educator
Born

July 23rd, 1976
49 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Hungary

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A chess grandmaster achieved peak rating of 2735 in 1997, a record for female players. Competed predominantly against male players, earning significant victories against top-level competitors. Established a chess educational program to promote chess among children, emphasizing critical thinking and strategic skills. Contributed to gender discussions within chess through her achievements and initiatives.

First female player to earn the title of grandmaster

Victories against world champions such as Garry Kasparov and Anatoly Karpov

Highest rated female player in history at 2735

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