The TISZA party has officially nominated legendary chess player Judit Polgar for the Hungarian presidency, but she has formally declined the offer, citing a lack of readiness for the historic responsibility.<\/p>\n
Judit Polgar expressed her gratitude for the invitation to serve as president, calling it an honor of her lifetime. She acknowledged the gesture from the prime minister, who sought an independent, non-partisan candidate despite his party’s parliamentary majority.<\/p>\n
However, Polgar stated that she does not feel prepared to shoulder the historic responsibility of uniting a divided nation. She committed to supporting a new, independent president in achieving national goals through other means.<\/p>\n
Andrea Bujdoso, head of the TISZA faction in parliament, confirmed the party’s unanimous support for Polgar, describing her as the most suitable candidate to replace Tamas Sulyok. The party maintains that the president should act as a guardian of democratic structures and a symbol of national unity.<\/p>\n
Tamas Sulyok recently signed a constitutional amendment to end his term before the statutory date of March 2029. With Sulyok\u2019s departure, Parliament Speaker Agnes Forsthoffer has temporarily assumed presidential duties, with lawmakers now tasked with electing a new head of state within 30 days.<\/p>\n
Judit Polgar remains the most decorated female chess player in history, having held the world number one ranking among women for 26 years and reaching the global top ten. While she retired from professional play over a decade ago, she continues to promote chess and advocate for educational equality through her foundation. She has held no prior political positions.<\/p>\n
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