Alexandre Kretchetov FM

Alexandre Kretchetov - FIDE Master Extraordinaire

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.