Efim Bogoljubov belongs to the record of chess as a competitor whose results still define part of the sport.
The record lists Efim Bogoljubov as Russian chess player (1889–1952).
Efim Bogoljubov was born at Stanislavchyk in 1889. His recorded nationality is Russia.
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He competed at 4th Chess Olympiad.
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Efim Bogoljubov died in 1952, aged 63. The results remain in the record, which is the only permanent form of an athletic career.
Achievements
- Competed at 4th Chess Olympiad
- Discipline: chess
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