Judit Polgar Signs Up for 4th London Chess Classic 2012

Judit Polgar confirms her participation in the 4th London Chess Classic, set to take place from December 1-10, 2012. She joins a star-studded lineup, including World No 1 Magnus Carlsen and World Champion Vishy Anand.

What happened?

Judit Polgar, the strongest female chess player in history, will compete against top male players. She has defeated nine current or former world champions, including Karpov and Kasparov.

Why it matters for Judit Polgar

This tournament is a chance for Judit Polgar to prove herself against the best players. She has been a frequent visitor to the world's top ten and was the first woman to play in a Candidates Tournament.

What comes next?

The 4th London Chess Classic will be held at Kensington Olympia from December 1-10, 2012. Judit Polgar, now a married mother of two, will face tough competition from players like Vladimir Kramnik and Mickey Adams. She achieved the title of Grandmaster at the age of 15 years and five months, the youngest ever to do so at the time. Judit Polgar has never played in women's tournaments or the Women's World Championship. And she has consistently proven that women can break the glass ceiling in chess. Her aggressive attacking brand of chess makes her a formidable opponent. As of 1991, Judit Polgar was the youngest Grandmaster in the world, beating a 34-year age record set by Bobby Fischer. The London Chess Classic will be an exciting tournament, with Judit Polgar competing against the best players. She has already made history in the chess world, and this tournament will be another challenge for her.