Derlei Alex Florianovitz NM

Derlei Alex Florianovitz (AlexNovitz)

National Master Extraordinaire & Blitz Enthusiast

Meet Derlei Alex Florianovitz, affectionately known in the chess world as AlexNovitz. This National Master earned their title through perseverance, tactical brilliance, and a pinch of wizardry that leaves opponents scratching their heads. Alex is a force on the online chess battlefield, especially when the clock ticks down and the adrenaline kicks in.

Rise to (Blitz) Stardom

Alex's blitz journey is a rollercoaster of epic victories and the occasional humbling defeat, with a peak rating soaring to 2313 as of November 2023. From a modest 1800-ish starting point in 2017, the rapid climb and fierce commitment are evident in over 3,800 blitz games played, boasting an impressive 50.25% win rate. With an average game lasting around 70 moves, Alex doesn't just blitz through games—they savor every tactical twist and strategic turn.

Rapid & Other Time Controls

While blitz is their paddock, Alex has also made waves in rapid chess, hitting a peak rating of 2221, and showing a commendable 60.56% win rate. Bullet enthusiasts will appreciate Alex's solid 67.92% win rate, proving that even at lightning speed, no move is wasted. And for the more patient, thoughtful daily games, expect meticulous strategy and a solid 65.91% success rate.

Playing Style & Personality

Alex's style is a feast of perseverance and tactical creativity. They average about 71 moves to victory - chess is no quick snack, it's a gourmet meal. Their comeback rate is an astounding 89%, showing a grit that refuses to surrender even when down material. Be warned if you try to nab a piece from Alex: there's nearly a 50% chance they'll turn the tables and win anyway.

However, every hero has their kryptonite: Alex admits to an Early Resignation rate of 50%, showing a healthy respect for inevitability and good sportsmanship. They're known to keep cool with a fairly low tilt factor of 10, but we hear their best thinking happens bright and early around 7 AM.

Signature Openings

Alex keeps opponents guessing with a shadowy repertoire labeled "Top Secret", but among the few known weapons are intriguing variations of the French Defense, Nimzo-Indian, Sicilian Kalashnikov, and the solid Caro-Kann Panov Attack. Their preferred battlefield? The dynamic tension of the French Defense Advance Nimzowitsch Gambit—yes, that one with the high tactical fireworks and pressure!

Noteworthy Battles

Recent games saw Alex Novitz triumph by elegant checkmate on June 1, 2025, flawlessly executing complex maneuvers reminiscent of a chess ninja. Whether facing emerging challengers or old rivals like mormegil3698 and arianmadani, Alex grids their teeth and battles fiercely, often pulling wins from what looked like sharp struggles.

Fun Fact

Despite decades of deep calculation, Alex claims their absolute best moves come after midnight snacks and a strong cup of coffee. When not plotting checkmates, you might find them composing chess haikus or debating the best pizza topping for pondering positions (the answer is pineapple, but mum’s the word!).

Follow AlexNovitz on the chessboard—just don’t blink, or you might miss their brilliant next move.