Judit Polgár is a Hungarian chess player, widely regarded as one of the greatest female chess players in history. Born on July 23, 1976, she became a chess grandmaster at the age of 15, making her the youngest person to achieve this title at the time. Polgár is known for her aggressive playing style and has competed successfully against many top male players. Throughout her career, Polgár has won numerous tournaments and has been ranked among the top players in the world. She is also a strong advocate for promoting chess, especially among young girls, and has contributed to various educational initiatives to encourage chess as a tool for cognitive development.