"Chess is war over the board. The object is to crush the opponent's mind."
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About Alexandra Kosteniuk
Alexandra Kosteniuk is a Russian chess grandmaster and former Women's World Chess Champion. She was born on April 23, 1984, in Perm, Russia. Kosteniuk learned to play chess at the age of 5 and quickly showed exceptional talent, becoming a Grandmaster at the age of 20. She became the Women's World Chess Champion in 2008, holding the title until 2010. Kosteniuk is known for her aggressive and dynamic style of play, earning her the nickname 'Chess Queen'. In addition to her successful chess career, she has also authored several books on chess.
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