Alex Schwartzman, a three-time world champion, arrived in Israel from Ukraine only this week. Schwartzman is already representing the country in a competition taking place in Nof HaGalil.
His friend, who signed him up for the competition: "It was clear to me that with his resume he would certainly be happy to participate in the competition" The playoff stage will take place tomorrow (Tuesday) at the end of which he will be crowned world champion in checkers. He received immediate citizenship and began the absorption process. The mayor welcomed the new immigrant in a personal meeting in his office.