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Alexander Schwarzman

b. 1967

Soviet and Russian draughts player

Draughts player
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About Alexander Schwarzman

Born 1967. Alexander Schwarzman is a Russian and Israeli draughts player.

Alexander Mikhailovich Schwarzman (; born 18 September 1967 in Moscow) is a Russian international grandmaster in international draughts, Russian draughts and Brazilian draughts. He is known for his creative playing style, especially his positional sacrifices and his high number of elegant games involving encirclements.

Schwarzman currently represents the Israeli Draughts Federation.

Notable achievements World champion (international draughts) 1998, 2007, 2009, 2017, 2021. World champion (Brazilian draughts) 1987, 1989, 1993, 1996, 1997, 2008, 2018. Russian national champion (international draughts) 1993, 1996, 2003, 2004 and 2008. Russian national champion (Russian draughts) 1987, 1989, 1993, 1996 and 1997. Winner of Bijlmer Tournament 1997, 1998 and 2006. European champion 2002.

Schwarzman is the only grandmaster in three types of draughts: Brazilian, Russian and international.

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Important facts

Born
18 September 1967, Moscow
Birth century
20th century
Occupation
Draughts player
Nationality
Russia, Israel, Soviet Union
Also known as
Aleksandr Mikhaylovich Shvartsman, Alexander Mikhailovich Schwarzman

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Alexander Schwarzman?

Soviet and Russian draughts player

When was Alexander Schwarzman born?

Alexander Schwarzman was born on 18 September 1967 in Moscow.

What is Alexander Schwarzman's occupation?

Alexander Schwarzman is a draughts player.

What nationality is Alexander Schwarzman?

Alexander Schwarzman is Russian and Israeli.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Alexander Schwarzman

· Wikidata: Q2064807

· DBpedia: Alexander Schwarzman

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