Аrtеm Odеgоv – FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Аrtеm Odеgоv, a chess virtuoso proudly holding the title of FIDE Master. When it comes to blitz and bullet chess, Artem is no stranger to tearing through opponents with a rating that once soared beyond 2800 in blitz and an impressive 2878 peak in bullet play. If speed chess were a race, Artem would be lapping the entire field while sipping coffee!
Career Highlights & Style
- Peak ratings: Blitz 2888 (Apr 2025), Bullet 2878 (Jul 2023), Rapid 2341 (Dec 2022), Daily 2002 (Oct 2021)
- Known for: Fierce tactical awareness with a 73.46% comeback rate. Artem even manages to turn losses on piece sacrifices into wins over half the time – a true fighter!
- Playing style: Strategic with a preference for crunching endgames (73% endgame frequency). Can grind out wins averaging 66 moves – patience is his virtue.
- Common Opening Arsenal: Loves to keep opponents guessing, employing everything from Unknown Openings to the Kings Indian Defense variations, with a commendable blitz win rate near 61% on unknown lines. In bullet, he flirts successfully with gambits like the Englund Gambit (87.5% wins!).
Statistics That Speak Volumes
With over 2,400 blitz games played, Artem boasts a solid win ratio, enduring fierce battles with 1427 wins, 812 losses, and a sprinkle of cozy draws. Bullet chess is where Artem brings the fire, winning 1067 out of 1703 games played – that’s a bullet storm! He’s equally comfortable in rapid and daily formats, proving versatility isn't just a word, it's a lifestyle.
Psychological Profile
Artem's tilt factor is low (just 14%), indicating a calm and confident mindset. Favorite time of day to dominate? Midnight – when others are asleep, Artem is awakening his inner chess beast. His games show a healthy respect for the clock with many wins achieved by opponents’ timeout – perhaps his playstyle keeps foes thinking so hard they forget to click the mouse!
Recent Triumphs & Notable Battles
One of Artem’s memorable recent victories was a rapid-fire blitz duel against FARIZA2018, where Artem claimed a crisp win on time, navigating the Catalan Opening with style and precision.
Of course, even masters meet their match. Artem faced a tough checkmate loss against LiemLe in a Queen’s Gambit Declined battle, a challenging reminder that chess is a humbling game — but for Artem, just a setup for the next comeback.
Fun Facts
- Artem’s longest winning streak reached a staggering 82 games – imagine the stamina (and sheer luck) required to keep pushing that hard!
- His “Top Secret” openings might just be clandestine moves borrowed from spy thrillers, given the name and the mystery.
- Artem’s most frequently crushed opponent? The unlucky "vincechase" with 28 encounters and plenty of bites taken!
In the pantheon of chess, Аrtеm Odеgоv is a player who blends speed, accuracy, and a sprinkle of charm. Whether it’s blitz bullet or a slow-burn daily match, Artem’s game is always a thrill ride. Keep an eye on this master, because at the speed he’s climbing, checkmate isn’t far off!