Aleksey Eduardovich Kostygov (born July 28, 1973) is a retired Russian handball player, primarily known for his role as a goalkeeper. He was a prominent figure in Russian handball for many years, both at the club level and internationally with the Russian national team.
Career Kostygov spent the majority of his professional career playing for various clubs within Russia. He was particularly known for his long tenure and success with Chekhovskie Medvedi, one of Russia's most dominant handball clubs. With Chekhovskie Medvedi, he won numerous Russian Super League titles and Russian Cups. His career also included spells with other Russian teams, where he consistently demonstrated strong goalkeeping skills.
Internationally, Kostygov represented the Russian national handball team in numerous competitions. He was a key member of the squad that competed in major international tournaments, including the European Men's Handball Championship and the IHF World Men's Handball Championship. His experience and leadership as a veteran goalkeeper made him a valuable asset to the national team throughout his career.
Kostygov's playing style was characterized by his agility, quick reflexes, and strong positioning, which made him a formidable opponent in goal. He retired from professional handball after a long and distinguished career.