About Artem Chernobay
Artem Chernobay, also known by the username Chernobay_Artem, is a highly skilled chess Grandmaster recognized by FIDE. Known for his rapid play style, he thrives under fast-paced time controls where sharp thinking and quick decision-making are keys to victory.
Playing Style & Strengths
Artem's chess games are characterized by a solid endgame frequency at over 81%, showing his refined skill when the board opens to strategic battle. He is a tactical maestro with an impressive 89.65% comeback rate after setbacks and holds a remarkable 51.43% win rate even after losing a piece.
His average moves per win stand at about 70, indicating well-fought, calculated victories without unnecessary rushing. A modest early resignation rate of 0.66% reflects his resilience and fighting spirit.
Opening Repertoire Highlights
Artem loves mixing classical and dynamic openings, with notable preferences including:
- Catalan Opening — 41 games, solid but challenging battleground (Win rate: ~41%)
- King’s Indian Attack — Tactical and sharp, with over 56% wins
- Benko Gambit — Aggressive gambit, boasting nearly 59% win rate
- Reti: KIA, Italian Game, London System — versatile choices to keep opponents guessing
In rapid games, Artem shines with a perfect record in the Sicilian Najdorf (6.f3 variation) — proving that he’s not afraid to dive into complex, tactical waters.
Notable Achievements & Stats
Achieving a peak blitz rating of 2730 in June 2020, Artem stands among the elite blitz players worldwide. His rapid peak rating reached 2554 and bullet peaked at 2523, showing his versatility across formats.
His overall win-loss records across all formats reflect his competitive edge:
- Blitz: 1078 wins, 867 losses, 112 draws
- Rapid: 32 wins, 4 losses, 4 draws
- Bullet: 21 wins, 32 losses, 4 draws
- Daily chess: 9 wins, no losses, 1 draw — showing a calm yet decisive approach in slower time controls
Artem's Psychological & Tactical Traits
Known for mental toughness, Artem has a low tilt factor (8) and exhibits excellent tactical awareness, turning games around even after losing pieces. His resilience and strategic depth make him a formidable opponent — better watch out if a lost pawn suddenly sparks a comeback!
Interestingly, his best time to play is midnight, so if you see him online during those hours, be ready for serious chess battles.
Fun Facts
- Longest winning streak recorded: 26 games. Yes, he literally blitzed through competition!
- Most played opponent: "ravim20" with a perfect 42-0 record — talk about a consistent rivalry.
- Win rates vary by hour, with an impressive 75% win rate at midnight (0:00) — the witching hour clearly benefits his game!
Overall Performance Overview
Artem, your recent games show a stable rating with no change over the last 6 months, but the positive trend slope indicates consistent improvement. Your strength adjusted win rate of approximately 48% is a solid foundation as you continue to sharpen your skills.
Key Takeaways from Recent Wins
- You demonstrated effective use of tactical play to secure victories, as seen in games where you delivered checkmate or capitalized on opponent errors.
- Your opening repertoire includes the Sicilian Defense and Ruy Lopez variations, where you managed to create promising middlegame positions.
- Strong endgame technique was evident, especially in games where moves like promoting pawns or converting material advantage led to wins.
Continue reinforcing your opening knowledge and focus on closing out games confidently in the endgame.
Insights from Recent Losses
- Some losses show difficulties managing positional pressure, especially in complex pawn structures and during the transition to the endgame.
- Opponents capitalized on small inaccuracies in the middle game, such as unprotected pieces or weakened king safety.
- Time management appears balanced, but in late middle and endgame phases, staying calm and double checking moves can help avoid slips.
Focus on strengthening your middlegame defensive skills and improving calculation accuracy during critical moments.
Opening Strategy Recommendations
- Expand your familiarity with the Sicilian Defense (Old Sicilian Variation) and Ruy Lopez, as these have been productive but also areas where opponents have successfully challenged you.
- Review key positional ideas in the Vienna Game and Kings Indian Defense to improve your responses in those lines.
- Practice standardized plans and common tactical motifs in your main openings to increase confidence during the opening phase.
Next Steps for Improvement
- Analyze critical moments in your lost games to identify decision points where alternatives could have improved your position.
- Work on calculation exercises focusing on tactics and endgame scenarios similar to those in your recent games.
- Maintain your positive rating trend by playing consistently and reviewing games soon after matches to solidify learning.
Remember, steady improvement is key. Keep studying, practicing, and playing!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| chislo1313 | 2W / 0L / 0D | |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| ravi kumar | 42W / 0L / 0D | |
| petrthefirst | 22W / 1L / 0D | |
| Robert L. Hess | 9W / 12L / 0D | |
| Семен Кузнецов | 20W / 0L / 0D | |
| dekabrist21 | 11W / 6L / 2D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2669 | 1872 | ||
| 2024 | 2644 | |||
| 2023 | 2596 | |||
| 2022 | 2679 | 2383 | ||
| 2021 | 2473 | 2535 | 2383 | |
| 2020 | 2512 | 2617 | 2383 | 1855 |
| 2019 | 2469 | 2627 | 2325 | 1827 |
| 2018 | 2548 | 1943 | 1819 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 18W / 12L / 1D | 17W / 11L / 2D | 82.4 |
| 2024 | 11W / 7L / 0D | 12W / 8L / 2D | 74.0 |
| 2023 | 35W / 23L / 3D | 34W / 31L / 5D | 77.8 |
| 2022 | 38W / 27L / 4D | 40W / 29L / 3D | 80.0 |
| 2021 | 102W / 78L / 7D | 88W / 76L / 15D | 75.6 |
| 2020 | 206W / 184L / 25D | 197W / 202L / 23D | 77.4 |
| 2019 | 103W / 77L / 12D | 136W / 82L / 12D | 70.6 |
| 2018 | 52W / 28L / 2D | 53W / 28L / 5D | 69.1 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 88 | 47 | 38 | 3 | 53.4% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 51 | 20 | 26 | 5 | 39.2% |
| Sicilian Defense: Four Knights Variation, Cobra Variation | 41 | 31 | 8 | 2 | 75.6% |
| Sicilian Defense | 36 | 16 | 18 | 2 | 44.4% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 35 | 19 | 15 | 1 | 54.3% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 31 | 13 | 13 | 5 | 41.9% |
| Scandinavian Defense | 31 | 17 | 12 | 2 | 54.8% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 30 | 13 | 17 | 0 | 43.3% |
| Sicilian Defense: Nyezhmetdinov-Rossolimo Attack, Fianchetto Variation | 28 | 9 | 18 | 1 | 32.1% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 28 | 12 | 15 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Najdorf Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Barnes Opening: Walkerling | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.7% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Four Knights Game | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Bird Opening | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| English Opening: Drill Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scotch Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 60.0% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack: Classical Variation | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Alapin Variation | 3 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Colle System: Rhamphorhynchus Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| French Defense: Classical Variation, Svenonius Variation | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Scotch Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening: Symmetrical Variation | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed, Anti-Sveshnikov Variation, Kharlov-Kramnik Line | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Nimzo-Larsen Attack | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Czech Defense | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 50.0% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| English Opening: Carls-Bremen System | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Philidor Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Ruy Lopez: Berlin Defense, Closed Bernstein Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Bogo-Indian Defense | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Indian Defense: Sämisch Variation, Bobotsov-Korchnoi-Petrosian Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scotch Game | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| KGD: Falkbeer, 4.d3 Nf6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 26 | 2 |
| Losing | 8 | 0 |