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Alex Alex

Username: Alex8321

Playing Since: 2021-07-05 (Active)

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Daily: 1010
226W / 221L / 14D

Alex8321: A Journey Through the Ranks of Chess

Alex8321 is a determined and evolving chess player known for steadily climbing the daily rating ladder over the past few years. Beginning with a promising start in 2021, Alex’s journey is one of resilience and tactical acumen, with the initial daily rating of 786 gradually giving way to impressive peaks in subsequent years. In 2021, after a series of hard-fought battles, Alex achieved a rating high of 835, a precursor to the more robust performances that would follow.

Over the next few years, the player displayed marked improvement. In 2022, a more intense schedule and greater experience saw Alex’s daily rating stabilize at 807, alongside a increased game count and a balance of wins and losses that showcased his learning curve. Notably, by 2024 and then in 2025, Alex reached new milestones – ending 2024 with a rating of 867 and culminating in an outstanding performance in 2025 by soaring to a peak rating of 941. This meteoric rise reflects not only dedication but also a refined strategic approach that adapts with every game.

Alex8321’s style is methodical and multifaceted. Known for an analytical approach to openings, he has displayed a wide repertoire, excelling in several lines such as the Center Game, Bishops Opening, and the Sicilian Defense, among many others. His opening performance often reflects both strategic patience and an eye for tactical opportunities, with particular proficiency noted in the Sicilian Defense Smith Morra Gambit, which boasts an impressive win rate.

Characterized by both strong tactical awareness and a calm demeanor even in challenging positions, Alex’s comeback rate of over 70% and perfect win rate after losing a piece speak to a resilience rarely seen in the competitive sphere. He is equally comfortable in the endgame as shown by his confidence and enjoyment of intricate endgame maneuvers, which are evident in his average moves per win and loss.

Apart from his overall performance, his records reveal a player who studies his opponents meticulously. With notable streaks – including a longest winning streak of eight games and a current streak of four wins – Alex8321 has built up a rich history of both competitive play and strategic learning. His game schedule also reflects insight into timing, with key performance peaks noted on Saturday afternoons and strategic effectiveness during critical hours.

Off the board, Alex8321 is known among peers for his psychological strength, maintaining a low tilt factor and exhibiting a marked difference in performance when playing rated versus casual games. His journey is a testament to the belief that with every game played, there is an opportunity to learn, adapt, and eventually excel against even the most formidable opponents.

This ever-evolving chess biography is not merely a record of ratings, win-loss statistics, or opening repertoires; it is the narrative of a passionate competitor, continuously refining his craft and pushing the boundaries of his own abilities. Alex8321’s ongoing story serves as inspiration to many aspiring players in the chess community.


🆚 Opponent Insights

Recent Opponents
eaststarcr 2W / 0L / 0D
garreceito 1W / 0L / 0D
garethll22 5W / 6L / 0D
duyhung0809 2W / 0L / 0D
Most Played Opponents
melooon 5W / 18L / 1D
Florian Dubois 4W / 10L / 0D
kawater 3W / 10L / 1D
lila1107 10W / 2L / 1D
thamizhr 5W / 7L / 0D

Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 975
2024 867
2023 786
2022 807
2021 786
Rating by Year20212022202320242025975786YearRatingDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 12W / 3L / 0D 13W / 1L / 0D 35.9
2024 16W / 16L / 0D 19W / 15L / 0D 62.5
2023 8W / 9L / 0D 6W / 9L / 0D 54.7
2022 39W / 51L / 6D 40W / 55L / 3D 56.5
2021 24W / 26L / 3D 27W / 26L / 2D 66.8

Openings: Most Played

Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 384 185 186 13 48.2%
Top Secret 37 12 24 1 32.4%
Philidor Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Sicilian Defense Nimzowitsch Advance Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Nimzowitsch Larsen Attack Modern Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Center Game Accepted Normal Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 14 1
Losing 10 0