Alexei Saveliev
International Master (FIDE)
Known in the chess world by his enigmatic username dedpihto_v_kozhanom_palto — which roughly translates to something mysterious involving a leather coat and possibly an undercover chess assassin — Alexei Saveliev is an International Master who dances on the 64 squares with tactical flair and stubborn resolve.
Born to confound opponents and delight spectators, Alexei’s journey through the blitz arenas has been nothing short of electrifying. With a peak blitz rating soaring at an impressive 2784 in August 2024 and a mind-boggling bullet peak of 2886 just a few months later in November, he is a force to be reckoned with when the clock ticks down mercilessly.
His style? Oh, it’s a curious blend of patience and calculated aggression. Alexei prefers the elongated endgame — with a towering 87.86% endgame frequency — turning what should be tedious pawn shuffles into jaw-dropping theatrical performances. His average game length tells the tale: victories with a marathon-like 80 moves on average, losses extending even further, because why quit early when you can hold your audience captive?
Psychologically, he’s practically a zen master — his tilt factor is a low 9, which means he's more likely to stay calm after a blunder than toss his knight across the room (although we can't guarantee he doesn't mutter some secret Russian curse under his breath).
Performance Highlights:
- Blitz record boasts 548 wins against 461 losses – a battler who doesn’t shy away from dance-offs on the board.
- Bullet games? A crushing 492 wins, proving that when lightning strikes, Alexei strikes back harder.
- Longest winning streak? A staggering 37 games — because once he catches fire, try putting it out with anything less than a fire extinguisher.
Current Form:
As of April 2025, Alexei continues to thrill chess fans worldwide with precise attacking play and strategic depth. Recently, he delivered a masterclass checkmate against WolfBaoBaoLang, finishing with a beautiful queen sacrifice and a mating net that left spectators gasping for breath.
But beware: even the great ones stumble. In a recent intense duel with StellarChess, Alexei found himself on the wrong side of a timed finish, reminding us all that even International Masters can occasionally lose track of the clock in the heat of battle.
Fun Facts & Trivia:
- His favorite time to play? Surprisingly, 1 PM — prime lunch hour for most, but prime checkmate hour for Alexei.
- Known to be humbly brutal online, his win rates against several top opponents hover at a hilarious 100%, proving some chess “enemies” just don’t know what hit them.
- Despite a penchant for complex endgames, Alexei has a humble 12% early resignation rate. If you're going to lose, better fight tooth and nail!
In the world of blitz and bullet chess, Alexei Saveliev is a name that resonates like a quiet thunderclap — skilled, relentless, and always ready to strike when least expected. Whether he’s wielding his “Top Secret” opening or delivering a sneaky final blow, one thing is certain: this leather coat-wearing chess warrior keeps the game endlessly fascinating.