Evgenij Agrest GM

Evgenij Agrest: The Grandmaster Behind the Username "etserga"

Meet Evgenij Agrest, a chess Grandmaster whose strategic mind has danced across countless 64-square battlegrounds. Known on the digital battlefield as etserga, this chess wizard has mesmerized opponents with a blend of solid technique and tactical flair.

From Rookie to Grandmaster

Evgenij earned the prestigious Grandmaster title from FIDE, earning respect and fear in equal measure. His peak rapid rating is an impressive 2600, achieved in early 2018, while his blitz skills peaked at a razor-sharp 2581 in March 2022. Whether in rapid play or blitz, Evgenij moves with the confidence of a seasoned gladiator and the patience of a grandmaster.

Style and Strength

A contemplative endgame specialist, Evgenij prefers those long, grueling battles with an average of 80 moves per win, proving he thrives when the pressure mounts. He boasts a noteworthy 88.78% comeback rate and a 44.16% win rate even after losing a piece—talk about clawing back from the brink!

White pieces are his lucky charms, with a win rate north of 58%, while Black games keep him on his toes at about 35% wins. Losses rarely mean surrender; in fact, Evgenij never gives up early, showing an early resignation rate of zero.

Battle Record & Quirks

Over years of fierce competition, Evgenij has amassed a solid blitz record of 62 wins, 50 losses, and 8 draws, alongside a rapid tally of 36 wins, 38 losses, and 18 draws. His longest winning streak? An admirable 6 games. And when the dark clouds gather, his longest losing streak is limited to only 5—because even Grandmasters have off days.

Fun fact: His best times to play appear to be in the early afternoon around 14:00, when his win rate practically hits 100% during some hours—clearly, that’s when his chess brain is firing on all cylinders.

Recent Adventures on the Board

Always active on Chess.com tournaments, Evgenij's username etserga has claimed recent victories like a king seizing the last square. His latest triumph involved a masterful Reti Opening maneuver, grinding down his "attack2mateU" opponent until the clock ran out (literally).

Even setbacks come with style; losses such as against "SaqoChess_Coach" are but stepping stones for this chess strategist — proof that every black mark fuels his fire to come back stronger.

Opening Secrets

The intricacies of his openings remain classified as Top Secret — undoubtedly a clever ruse for keeping opponents guessing. But what we do know is that with over 120 blitz games under his belt using his secret weapons, he boasts a respectable 51.67% win rate — another example of chess skill shrouded in mystery!

In Summary

Evgenij Agrest is no ordinary player; he's a battle-hardened Grandmaster with a penchant for deep endgames, comebacks from the brink, and times of day when he's virtually unstoppable. Whether you fancy a casual game or wish to study a true titleholder, "etserga" continues to illuminate the chess world with each move — one brilliant check at a time.