23 April 2019

Andrey Filatov Congratulates Alexandra Kosteniuk on Her Birthday

And wishes new victories and achievements to the 12 World Women's Champion.

Photo: Vladimir Barsky
Photo: Vladimir Barsky

The 12th World Women's Champion Alexandra Kosteniuk celebrates her birthday on April 23. President of the Russian Chess Federation, Head coach of the Russian men's national chess team Andrey Filatov congratulates a celebrated chess player on this occasion.  

Dear Alexandra!


I would like to congratulate you on your Birthday! You are one of the most titled and well-known chess players in the world and you have become the best not only in individual competitions but also in team ones. You are a true leader of the Russian national women's team and the example for a younger generation of chess players. Thanks to your activity in promoting chess, our sports is becoming brighter and more beautiful. 

I wish you new victories and achievements!

Respectfully,
Andrey Filatov