“My dad sacrificed many things in life for me. He abandoned a very promising and lucrative career of an army officer just so that he could continue helping me with my chess and accompanying me to tournaments.”
Quote by Alexandra Kosteniuk
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Alexandra Kosteniuk
Alexandra Kosteniuk is a distinguished chess player from Russia, born on April 23, 1984. She has made substantial contributions to the world of chess, achieving numerous titles and awards throughout her career. Kosteniuk's talent and dedication have earned her international recognition and respect, particularly for becoming the first woman to win the Women's World Chess Championship in 2008. more