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Alex

Username: alexmaxberlin

Location: Berlin

Playing Since: 2022-07-14 (Active)

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Daily: 606
196W / 77L / 7D
Rapid: 664
254W / 214L / 23D
Blitz: 522
714W / 691L / 52D
Bullet: 450
972W / 962L / 42D

Alexmaxberlin: A Rising Force in Competitive Chess

Emerging on the chess scene with an unmistakable passion for the game, Alexmaxberlin has swiftly carved out a niche as one of the most intriguing players of his generation. His ascent is not only seen in the numbers—rising ratings across the Daily, Rapid, Blitz, and Bullet formats—but also in his evolving style and deep strategic understanding. From his humble beginnings in 2022 with a modest Daily rating that quickly surged from 164 to highs topping 254, he has continually refined his skills and approach.

By 2023 and beyond, Alexmaxberlin’s rating growth became a testament to his dedication. His Daily game ratings skyrocketed, while his mastery in Rapid and Bullet formats captured attention on multiple fronts. Notably, his performances in Rapid chess steadily improved—from a consistent start to peak ratings impressively close to 700—illustrating his versatility and relentless drive. His blitz battles reveal a tenacity that carries through after every move, while his Bullet games demonstrate quick thinking under extreme time pressure.

Beyond the numbers, Alexmaxberlin’s style is marked by a strategic blend of tactical awareness and psychological fortitude. With an endgame frequency soaring over 60% and an awe-inspiring comeback rate of nearly 69%, his games often transform under pressure. His ability to navigate tricky positions—sometimes even after losing material—shows a resilience that endears him to fans and fellow competitors alike.

A student of the game, he has experimented with a rich variety of openings, turning theoretical novelties into winning weapons on the board. Whether deploying classic defenses or innovative counterattacks, his opening repertoire is as diverse as it is effective. His persistent drive for improvement is also evident in his measured approach to mistakes; an early resignation rate below 1.5% reflects both his commitment to each battle and his refusal to give up until the board is cleared.

Off the board, Alexmaxberlin is known for his analytical insights and calm demeanor—a contrast to the fierce competitiveness seen in his games. His performance trends across days of the week and hours of play show a well-rounded dedication to continuous improvement, even as his time-specific win rates oscillate, hinting at an ever-adapting mind.

As the chess world watches, Alexmaxberlin’s journey continues to evolve. From steadily rising ratings across different formats to the intricate mastery of strategic play and psychological tenacity, his story is one of remarkable growth, unyielding determination, and an endless quest for excellence. Whether in high-pressure rapid bouts or fiercely personal blitz encounters, his legacy is being forged move by move.


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Rating

Year Bullet Blitz Rapid Daily
2025 430 493 727 598
2024 332 439 708 554
2023 100 163 440 431
2022 324 164
Rating by Year2022202320242025727100YearRatingBulletBlitzRapidDaily

Stats by Year

Year White Black Moves
2025 409W / 393L / 23D 421W / 385L / 15D 56.6
2024 435W / 389L / 27D 456W / 366L / 26D 59.9
2023 49W / 34L / 5D 44W / 45L / 6D 54.7
2022 15W / 25L / 3D 22W / 27L / 2D 55.8

Openings: Most Played

Daily Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 276 183 84 9 66.3%
Top Secret 8 6 2 0 75.0%
Pirc Defense Main Line 3 3 0 0 100.0%
French Defense Normal Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
French Defense Queens Knight Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Pirc Defense Classical Variation 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Vienna Game Max Lange Defense 2 2 0 0 100.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Vienna Game Main Line 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Kings Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Blitz Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 1182 583 560 39 49.3%
Top Secret 75 35 36 4 46.7%
Modern Defense with 2 0 2 0 0.0%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 2 1 1 0 50.0%
Closed Sicilian Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Queens Pawn Opening 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Kings Gambit Accepted Schallopp Defense 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Pirc Defense Classical Variation 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Van t Kruijs Opening 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Bullet Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 848 413 421 14 48.7%
Top Secret 274 140 126 8 51.1%
Kings Pawn Opening 76 46 28 2 60.5%
Pirc Defense 29 10 18 1 34.5%
Vienna Game 21 11 9 1 52.4%
Kings Gambit Accepted Schallopp Defense 19 11 8 0 57.9%
Bishops Opening Berlin Vienna Hybrid Variation 19 9 10 0 47.4%
Caro Kann Defense 17 7 10 0 41.2%
Vienna Game Falkbeer Vienna Gambit 16 7 8 1 43.8%
Pirc Defense Modern Defense Geller System 15 8 7 0 53.3%
Rapid Opening Games Wins Losses Draws Win Rate
Unknown Opening 396 212 165 19 53.5%
Top Secret 85 38 42 5 44.7%
Caro Kann Defense Two Knights Mindeno Exchange Line 1 1 0 0 100.0%
Kings Gambit Accepted Schallopp Defense 1 0 1 0 0.0%
Indian Game East Indian London System 1 1 0 0 100.0%

🔥 Streaks

Streak Longest Current
Winning 11 1
Losing 13 0
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