Alexandra Kosteniuk

Chess player, Women's World Champion 2008

Alexandra Kosteniuk - Chess player, Women's World Champion 2008
Born

April 23rd, 1984
41 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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Achieved the title of Women's World Chess Champion in 2008. Competed in various international tournaments, achieving notable successes. Represented Russia in the Women's Chess Olympiad, contributing to multiple team victories. Also recognized for promotional efforts to popularize chess among young people, making significant contributions to chess seminars and events.

Won the Women's World Chess Championship in 2008

Achieved multiple medals at Chess Olympiads

Ranked among the top female chess players globally

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