Vladimir Kramnik is a Russian chess grandmaster, born on June 25, 1975, in Tuapse, Russia. He became the World Chess Champion in 2000 by defeating Garry Kasparov, one of the greatest chess players in history. Kramnik is known for his deep understanding of chess strategy and his contributions to opening theory. Throughout his career, Kramnik has won numerous prestigious tournaments and has been a prominent figure in the chess community. He is also recognized for his role in promoting chess and has participated in various exhibitions and educational initiatives to inspire new generations of players.