Evgeny Egorov (Chigorinetz) - International Master Extraordinaire
Meet Evgeny Egorov, known on the chess battlefield as Chigorinetz, an International Master who’s been scheming on the 64 squares with surgical precision and a dash of creative madness. With a title officially bestowed by FIDE, Evgeny commands respect but sometimes also raises a smile when opponents realize that losing to chess wizardry can be more frustrating than a fork on your favorite piece.
Rating Rollercoaster & Achievements
Starting somewhat modestly in 2017 with a blitz rating around 1030, Evgeny swiftly climbed to dizzying heights—an apex blitz rating of 2725 in mid-2019 proves that patience and perseverance pay off. Whether blitzing out complex lines or meticulously grinding out wins on the daily chess battlefield, Evgeny’s peak ratings showcase a player evolving to crack tougher nuts year after year.
Playing Style: Chess & Chuckles
Evgeny’s games are like well-directed movies: plenty of thrilling twists, tactical fireworks, and the occasional cliffhanger. He enjoys long endgames (around 64 moves on average to victory) where his psychological warfare skills shine — boasting an impressive 81.23% comeback rate and can snatch victory even after losing material. White pieces usually suit him better, with a comfortable 57.66% win rate, but Black is no underdog here either.
Fun fact: his best time of day to pounce on unsuspecting opponents is around 3 AM. Clearly, some grandmaster-level genius works best fueled by midnight snacks and caffeine!
Strengths & Records
- Stunning blitz win rate: about 51.7% over more than 3,000 games.
- Daily chess master with a solid 64.7% win rate — who says slow and steady doesn’t win?
- Rapid and bullet styles? No problem. Bullet boasts an impressive 73.6% win rate, proving he’s quick on both moves and wits.
- Longest winning streak: an awe-inspiring 27 games in a row — an unbending force on the chessboard.
- Known for rarely resigning early - only 1.69% of games ended by giving up too soon.
Most Recent Victory Highlight
In his latest triumph, Evgeny demonstrated typical flair by outsmarting his opponent with the Vienna Game and Max Lange Defense (ECO C25), coaxing Black into resignation after stringing together relentless threats and positional dominance. The game lasted 29 moves, culminating in a brilliant bishop capture that sealed the deal — a true tactical masterpiece!
Chess Personality
Evgeny is not just about numbers and titles. His resilience, tactical awareness, and fighting spirit make each game an engaging story of ups and downs. While his tilt factor (chess jargon for getting frustrated) is fairly moderate at 14, his ability to bounce back shows a player who learns from mistakes rather than sulks in a corner — perfect recipe for future grandmaster adventures.
So next time you face Chigorinetz, remember: you’re not just playing against an International Master, but a chess gladiator ready to duel with brains, brawn, and occasionally a little midnight madness.