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Alekandr Kostritsyn: Marriage, Poker, and Life Beyond the Felt
NewsOctober 22, 2011·1 min read

Alekandr Kostritsyn: Marriage, Poker, and Life Beyond the Felt


Alekandr Kostritsyn is considered the top poker player in Russia. He has won prestigious tournaments such as the Aussie Millions, WCOOP, and FTOPS. However, Kostritsyn has been playing poker less frequently recently.

In 2011, Kostritsyn got married. His wife Daria has significantly influenced his emotional outlook on life. Kostritsyn and Daria celebrated their wedding on Bali, combining the ceremony with their honeymoon. They enjoyed various activities, including surfing, visiting temples, and exploring the island on mopeds.

Kostritsyn plans to live in Europe for half a year to a year, with potential trips to India, Tibet, China, and Japan. He aims to balance his poker career with personal interests and travel, although he admits that his recent poker performance has not been as strong as in the past.

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