Judit Polgar: The Chess Prodigy Who Changed The Game!
Can one person truly redefine a world dominated by tradition and entrenched biases? Judit Polgar did just that, shattering expectations and rewriting the narrative of chess, proving that brilliance knows no gender.
Judit Polgar wasn't just a chess player; she was a force of nature. From her early childhood, it was evident that she possessed a unique and extraordinary gift. At the tender age of five, Judit first encountered the game that would define her life. Soon, chess wasn't just a pastime; it was an all-consuming passion. She and her sisters devoted countless hours, often five or six each day, immersed in solving intricate chess puzzles, honing their skills and developing a deep understanding of the game's complexities.
Judit Polgar: Biographical and Professional Information | |
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Full Name | Judit Polgr |
Birth Date | July 23, 1976 |
Birth Place | Budapest, Hungary |
Nationality | Hungarian |
Parents | Lszl Polgr and Klra Polgr |
Siblings | Susan Polgr (Grandmaster), Sofia Polgr (International Master) |
Spouse | Pter Erds (m. 2000) |
Children | Oliver Erds, Hanna Erds |
Chess Career | |
Title | Grandmaster |
Peak Rating | 2735 (July 2005) |
Highest Rank | No. 8 (World) |
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Official Website | Judit Polgar Official Website |
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