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When I was a child I liked the games of Capablanca, and later I was captivated by Alekhine's play.
Vladimir Kramnik
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Vladimir Kramnik
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: June 25
Chess Player
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Vladimir Borisovich Kramnik
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