Andriy Grekh IM

Andriy Grekh (aka Andrjywa)

International Master

Andriy Grekh is a formidable International Master whose chess journey reads like a thrilling novel with a sprinkle of humor and a dash of surprising twists. Known online as Andrjywa, Andriy has mastered the art of blitz chess, firing off moves almost as quickly as their rating soared!

Starting out with a blitz rating of just over 1100 back in 2013, Andriy swiftly escalated the ranks to hit a peak blitz rating of 2565 in mid-2019 — a true testament to the countless hours spent outwitting opponents and pulling off tactical fireworks under intense time pressure. When it comes to bullet chess, Andriy also boasts a respectable peak rating of 2435, showing that lightning-fast decisions are very much their game.

Their style is a delightful mix of resilience and strategy: Andriy has an incredible 86% comeback rate after losing a piece, proving that giving up is not in their vocabulary. With an endgame frequency of nearly 80%, it's clear that Andriy enjoys the long strategic battles as much as the initial fireworks. And if you're tempted to knock them out early in the game, beware—early resignation is a rare sight here at just under 2%!

Andriy’s victories are peppered with moments of brilliance—like the most recent win in 2025, when playing the Alekhine’s Defense modern variation, Andrjywa patiently dismantled their opponent's defenses until resignation was inevitable. Their knack for turning the tide and keeping cool under pressure is as legendary as their ability to catch up even when the chips are down.

Psychologically, Andriy thrives during the midnight hour, clocking their best performance around 00:00 — perhaps they're a chess ninja operating in the shadows while the world sleeps. Their tilt factor stands modestly at 8, so while frustrations hit occasionally (who hasn’t lost despite being a pawn ahead?), this player’s mental stamina is impressive.

Facing all sorts of challengers, Andriy has a curious record of opponents they utterly dominate—many with a 100% win rate, while others prove a tad trickier. But that’s the spice of competitive chess, and Andrjywa tackles it with the tenacity worthy of an International Master.

So whether it’s lightning blitz games, rapid calculations, or slow daily battles, Andriy Grekh proves to be a chess adventurer always ready to create a new story on 64 squares—with plenty of clever tweaks, surprise attacks, and, every now and then, a cheeky grin at the board.