Judit Polgar Doubts Gukesh Will Retain Chess World Champion Title After Next Match

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Gukesh's Reign in Doubt? Judit Polgar Predicts Loss of World Title

Judit Polgar feels India's D Gukesh will lose the World Chess Championship 2026 match. Images: PTI/juditpolgar.com

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Firstpost•12-03-2026, 15:24

Gukesh's Reign in Doubt? Judit Polgar Predicts Loss of World Title

•Legendary Judit Polgar predicts D Gukesh may not retain his chess world champion title after the next match by end of 2026.
•Polgar noted Gukesh's dip in form and lack of major wins since becoming the youngest world champion at 18 in December 2024.
•She suggests Gukesh won his title against Ding Liren primarily due to mental strength and handling pressure, not superior play.
•Polgar advises Gukesh to focus on psychological conditioning, take risks, and overcome the fear of making mistakes to recover.
•The challenger for Gukesh's title will be decided at FIDE Candidates 2026 in April, with Polgar believing the winner will be the next champion.

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