You can watch the final moment of the 4th Rapid Playoff game where Topalov hung a Rook and other clips here. Here is a clip of his analysis with Grischuk. Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
YOUR voice in the World Championship

What is the best method to determine a World Champion? Before you answer that, let’s consider ALL elements. Don’t just give the format without other considerations.– Money / Sponsorship (Please remember the original problem. There was NOT enough money...
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Another picture from the simul at the Philadelphia City Hall. There was one draw against WFM Alisa Melekhina. Leteef Street was the last player standing. At the end, he could not hold a Rook and pawns versus a Bishop,...
WFM Alisa Melekhina

One of the Philadelphia simul participants is WFM Alisa Melekhina (approx. 2200 USCF), co-winner of the prestigious 2005 Susan Polgar National Invitational. Alisa also qualified for the 2006 Susan Polgar All-Star Girl’s Chess Team! Chess Daily News from Susan...
Autograph session at Philly City Hall

Part of the proceeds will be donated to the Master Minds Chess Club in Philadelphia. Special thanks to the MCC for being a part of this wonderful event at the Philadelphia City Hall! Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
Lecture at Philadelphia City Hall

Giving a talk about chess and answering questions from the young players, parents, coaches and even the media. Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar
Mayor Street at the start of the event in City Hall

Mayor Street told me that (before he was Mayor) used to drive many school kids (including his own) in his BIG van to various chess competitions. He definitely understands the tremendous benefit of this game for children. Chess Daily...
Mayor Street, a BIG chess supporter!

I will work with the Mayor to bring many wonderful chess projects to children in Philadelphia! He is a big advocate for chess and he clearly understands the many incredible benefits that chess can bring to children! Thank you...
Meeting Philly Mayor John Street at City Hall

Discussing Chess and Education with Philadelphia Mayor Street and his son Leteef (who is a chess coach and competitive player himself [approx. 1850 player]). Chess Daily News from Susan Polgar