Alexandru Calin (alex1531) - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Alexandru Calin, a chess aficionado who proudly sports the title of FIDE Master. Known online as alex1531, Alexandru’s chess journey is nothing short of an epic saga filled with thrilling battles, near-mythical comebacks, and a fair share of “Oops, blundered again” moments that make him all the more relatable.
A Blitz and Bullet Dynamo
From a modest blitz rating of 1361 back in 2014, Alexandru zoomed to a blistering peak blitz rating of 2535 by 2025. With a total of over 900 games played in blitz alone, this master’s win rate hovers around a cool 50%, proving that the middle is indeed where the magic lies. In bullet, the pace is even faster, and Alexandru’s stats reflect his lightning quick instincts, boasting a peak bullet rating north of 2600 and an impressive 54.6% win rate over 1000+ games. He’s basically a blur on the board!
Rapid Fire Precision
When it comes to rapid chess, Alexandru is no slouch either. With an outstanding 75% win rate across nearly 100 games, he demonstrates that given a bit more time, his strategic genius shines even brighter. The average game length (about 78 moves per win!) shows he’s as comfortable in grinding out the endgame as winning with a flourish.
Psychological Fortitude and Tactical Wizardry
Alexandru’s comeback rate is an astonishing 88.78%—meaning when the chips are down, this player doesn’t just hang on for dear life, but often flips the board in their favor (figuratively, of course—please don’t flip actual boards). His win rate after losing a piece is a perfect 100%, a fact that inspires both awe and mild terror in opponents worldwide.
Playing Style: Patience Meets Precision
With a penchant for long endgames (over 80% frequency) and an average game lasting upwards of 78 moves per win, Alexandru clearly believes in the old adage “Slow and steady wins the race,” or perhaps “Slow and steady checkmates the king.” Interestingly, Alexandru’s tilt factor is pretty low (6/100), reflecting a cool-headed approach despite the high-stakes tug-o-war on the 64 squares.
Memorable Stats & Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak: 21 games – talk about momentum!
- Favorites to crush: ap0ll025 and rockysala, against whom Alexandru sports a flawless 100% win rate.
- Preferred game times range from afternoon fun to late-night brilliance, with a special knack for winning around 2 AM (win rate at hour 23 is an enviable 70%).
- Has played over 2,500 bullet games since 2020 – that's more fast-paced duels than most see in a lifetime.
When not dazzling opponents on the board, Alexandru can probably be found crafting new opening ideas—though he guards those secrets so fiercely, they’re marked simply as Top Secret in their performance records.
All in all, Alexandru Calin is the kind of player every chess club wants—brilliant, resilient, and just a little bit mysterious. So watch out world, alex1531 is coming for your king!