The Judit Polgar Global Chess Festival Is Back!

October 14 marks the return of The Judit Polgar Global Chess Festival in Budapest, Hungary. 

With that comes the #ChessConnectsUs Championship and your chance to qualify for the online championship final! The qualifying tournament will be held in the Official Judit Polgar - Chess Connects Us club - play for a chance to participate in a 2-hour exclusive masterclass with Judit Polgar herself!

When? October 8 at 2:00 P.M. ET / 20:00 CEST / 23:30 IST
Format: Swiss tournament, 7 rounds.
Time Control: 3min + 2sec increment per move.
Tournament link: https://www.chess.com/play/tournament/4319703 

If you want another chance to qualify, there will also be a qualifier here, in the Chess.com Community Club, on October 8st at 12pm ET / 18:00 CEST / 21:30 IST.

The winner of the tournament and the Best female player qualify for the #ChessConnectsUs Championship.

For full information on prizes, tournament format and eligibility, check out the main article.

Good luck!