Meet Alexandre Kretchetov, known in the online chess cosmos as akretchetov, a player whose
FIDE Master title is a testament to skill, nerves of steel, and probably a slightly obsessive relationship
with chess clocks. Since bursting onto the scene with a Rapid rating of 2220 back in early 2017, Alexandre
has blitzed and bullet-fought his way up to a peak Blitz rating of an impressive 2606, proving that
the speedster onions have layers.
Alexandre’s chess journey is peppered with thousands of intense games and a win rate hovering gloriously
around 52% in Blitz and an even more electrifying 75% in Rapid – which means whether it’s lightning-fast
bullet or the slow-burn of Rapid, this player dishes out checkmate with style.
Playing Style & Strengths
Endgame Enthusiast: Plays deep into the night with an endgame frequency north of 77%.
Comeback Kid: Boasts a jaw-dropping 84% success rate bouncing back after setbacks – like a chess Rocky Balboa.
Win Stamina: Longest winning streak? 21 games. That’s enough to make even your coffee nervous.
White Pieces Magic: Wins over 54% of games with White, expertly weaving strategies from the first move.
Alexandre’s games are packed with thrilling moments — whether it’s the tense pressure of a time scramble or
the quiet intensity of a positional squeeze. His preferred battleground seems to be Blitz chess: nearly
5,000 games played, with a hard-earned win rate near 52%. The player’s tactical acumen shines brightest
when the clock is ticking.
Recent Showdown
In March 2025, Alexandre took on the challenge of a fellow top competitor in a rapid-fire duel featuring
the Caro-Kann Defense.
With seconds on the clock and nerves tested, akretchetov clinched the victory by time, a vivid
reminder that sometimes speed is just as deadly as strategy.
Off the Board
When Alexandre isn’t plotting chess domination, rumors suggest a secret love for lengthy coffee breaks and
poetic reflections on pawn structure. Chess might be serious business, but with Alexandre, it’s also a
game full of charm, resilience, and the occasional flair for the dramatic.
