Gerasimenyuk Mikhail - FIDE Master Extraordinaire
Meet Gerasimenyuk Mikhail, aka Gerasimenyuk_Miha, a chess virtuoso who has earned the prestigious title of FIDE Master from the international chess federation, FIDE. Known for weaving tactical brilliance with psychological resilience, Gerasimenyuk is more than just a player—he’s a strategic wizard on 64 squares.
Over the years, Mikhail's bullet rating has soared as high as an astonishing 2736 (February 2025), illustrating his lightning-fast acuity in games where every second counts. His blitz prowess is equally formidable, peaking at an impressive 2729 in November 2021. While his rapid games might enjoy a slightly more leisurely pace, his peak rapid rating of 2202 back in April 2019 signals that he's no slouch even when the clock ticks more leisurely.
Mikhail’s playing style boasts a patient approach, with an average of 64 moves per game before the final curtain falls—indicating a fondness for deep, strategic endgames. Speaking of endgames, he’s shown a preference for them, appearing in over 66% of his games. His comeback rate after losing a piece is a bone-chilling 90.56%, proving he’s the kind of opponent who refuses to go gently into that good night.
His win rates are telling: with a comfortable 42.28% win rate in bullet using the intriguingly named Top Secret openings, and an even more respectable over 44% in blitz, he’s a force to be reckoned with regardless of time control. Daily chess games see his winning confidence rise above 61%, so you better beware if you try to outwit him in a casual setting.
When it comes to openings, Mikhail isn’t shy about exploring a diversified repertoire—ranging from the classic Scandinavian Defense to the Queens Pawn Opening, and a healthy dose of aggressive Torre and Kings Indian Attacks. Although the Slav Defense Modern Exchange isn’t exactly his playground, he shines with the Scandinavian Defense Mieses Kotrc Variation, scoring a remarkable 57.14% wins.
His most recent chess escapades showcase a fearless spirit. Just days ago, he dazzled with a checkmate victory against Kino using the Slav Defense Modern Three Knights Variation, concluding with a neat queen sacrifice leading to a swift end. Not everything goes his way, of course—losses come too, but his psychological tilt factor stands at a modest 18, which means he plays the long mental game better than most.
Curious about when Gerasimenyuk is at his best? Try challenging him at the witching hour—3 AM is statistically his prime time, when the stars align, and his tactical acumen is at its peak.
Beyond stats and numbers, Mikhail is a relentless pursuer of victory with an admirable winning streak of 27 games at one point—kind of like a chess marathon runner who never breaks stride. And yes, if you think his losses would send him sulking... think again! He’s currently on a 2-win streak, proving that the board is his playground and he’s here to stay.
So whether you're a casual player or a seasoned opponent, facing Gerasimenyuk Mikhail means diving into deep strategy, tactical fireworks, and a battle of wits against a master who blends calculation with creative flair and a dash of humor. Chess players beware: crossing paths with Gerasimenyuk_Miha might just checkmate your confidence!
What’s going well in your recent games
You’ve demonstrated sharp calculation and a strong ability to convert attacks into decisive outcomes in your wins. Finishing motifs, including mating threats and precise piece coordination, show you can spot and execute favorable tactical opportunities when they appear.
- Your opening choices, particularly the Scandinavian-based approaches you’ve been using, are giving you solid middlegame chances and comfortable transitions into favorable positions.
- You maintain pressure and activity with your pieces, often seizing the initiative early in the game and turning it into concrete advantages.
- Your ability to convert practical chances into wins is evident, especially in games where you simplify into winning material or finish with a clear attack.
Key areas to improve
- In the losses, focus on consolidating after an opponent’s tactical reply. Check king safety and avoid overextending when you’re ahead in material or space.
- Develop a habit of prophylaxis: scan for your opponent’s tactical ideas before committing to aggressive plans, especially in sharp middlegames.
- Endgame practice: strengthen conversion in rook and simple piece endgames to turn balanced middlegames into wins rather than draws.
- Time management and calculation depth: allocate time to critical transition points and avoid rushing in the late middlegame where small inaccuracies can flip the evaluation.
Opening focus and plan
Your results suggest strength in your Scandinavian Defense and related structures. Deepening knowledge in these lines will bolster your middlegame plans and endgame transitions. You can also benefit from a small, practical backup repertoire to handle opponents who sidestep your main lines. For quick reference, see Scandinavian-Defense in your opening notes.
- Scandinavian Defense — reinforce typical plans: control of central squares, active rook use on open files, and timely knight and bishop development to support counterplay.
- Queen’s Pawn openings and Torre Attack variations — emphasize solid development, central control, and timely pawn breaks to create dynamic chances without overextending.
- Maintain a flexible second-line defense (such as a Caro-Kann or Pirc-like setup) to avoid over-reliance on a single system.
Practice plan for the coming days
- Daily tactic puzzles (15–20 minutes) focusing on forks, pins, and discovered attacks to sharpen calculation under pressure.
- Review one recent loss in detail: identify the first critical mistake and outline an alternate plan you could have used at that moment.
- Endgames: twice this week, practice rook endgames and simple king-and-pawn endings to improve conversion chances.
- Opening study: spend two sessions this week deepening your Scandinavian lines and one session exploring a backup defense you want to master.
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Recent Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| onedebutplayer | 0W / 1L / 0D | View |
| tacticz07 | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| Dejan Tasev | 4W / 4L / 0D | View |
| Julian Antonio Rojas Alarcon | 3W / 3L / 0D | View |
| philosopherrr | 13W / 10L / 0D | View |
| wzawzdb-afca1900 | 1W / 1L / 0D | View |
| jet_black1 | 6W / 3L / 0D | View |
| take-my-pieces-if-you-can | 1W / 0L / 0D | View |
| alex108108 | 3W / 7L / 1D | View |
| Esgata Grunf | 1W / 1L / 0D | View |
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| cockroachdolly | 131W / 191L / 18D | View Games |
| Anselm Wagner | 109W / 179L / 7D | View Games |
| javicio | 102W / 123L / 5D | View Games |
| ali shahibzadegan | 82W / 140L / 3D | View Games |
| Pavel Sevostianov | 93W / 99L / 7D | View Games |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2802 | 2636 | 2037 | 1776 |
| 2024 | 2432 | 2517 | 1776 | 1606 |
| 2023 | 2442 | 2408 | 1714 | 1481 |
| 2022 | 2527 | 2452 | 1628 | 1875 |
| 2021 | 2434 | 2402 | 1646 | 1837 |
| 2020 | 2337 | 2348 | 1567 | 1928 |
| 2019 | 2315 | 2381 | 2202 | 1690 |
| 2018 | 2259 | 2263 | 1674 | |
| 2017 | 2326 | 2331 | 1636 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2088W / 2198L / 190D | 1779W / 2492L / 182D | 63.0 |
| 2024 | 2330W / 2521L / 212D | 1912W / 2913L / 236D | 63.9 |
| 2023 | 3242W / 3605L / 328D | 2652W / 4117L / 334D | 63.9 |
| 2022 | 2973W / 3232L / 281D | 2497W / 3711L / 268D | 67.1 |
| 2021 | 2052W / 2060L / 209D | 1630W / 2432L / 210D | 67.4 |
| 2020 | 1663W / 1617L / 171D | 1379W / 1948L / 168D | 67.9 |
| 2019 | 937W / 789L / 91D | 733W / 979L / 97D | 66.2 |
| 2018 | 356W / 355L / 31D | 295W / 422L / 31D | 62.7 |
| 2017 | 588W / 434L / 39D | 487W / 545L / 34D | 68.8 |
Openings: Most Played
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 7767 | 3224 | 4206 | 337 | 41.5% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 6643 | 2855 | 3475 | 313 | 43.0% |
| Döry Defense | 4558 | 2176 | 2198 | 184 | 47.7% |
| Australian Defense | 3329 | 1453 | 1729 | 147 | 43.6% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 3323 | 1602 | 1601 | 120 | 48.2% |
| East Indian Defense | 3223 | 1530 | 1575 | 118 | 47.5% |
| Amazon Attack | 1706 | 664 | 967 | 75 | 38.9% |
| Hungarian Opening: Wiedenhagen-Beta Gambit | 1655 | 587 | 999 | 69 | 35.5% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 1157 | 438 | 674 | 45 | 37.9% |
| Slav Defense | 1142 | 464 | 637 | 41 | 40.6% |
| Daily Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 18 | 14 | 3 | 1 | 77.8% |
| Döry Defense | 12 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 66.7% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 10 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 80.0% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 9 | 7 | 2 | 0 | 77.8% |
| East Indian Defense | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 71.4% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 6 | 4 | 0 | 2 | 66.7% |
| Australian Defense | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
| Unknown | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 25.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Bronstein-Larsen Variation | 3 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 33.3% |
| Pirc Defense: Classical Variation | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scandinavian Defense | 3368 | 1437 | 1754 | 177 | 42.7% |
| Döry Defense | 2233 | 1112 | 1007 | 114 | 49.8% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 2223 | 1103 | 987 | 133 | 49.6% |
| East Indian Defense | 1714 | 866 | 760 | 88 | 50.5% |
| London System: Poisoned Pawn Variation | 1674 | 762 | 836 | 76 | 45.5% |
| Australian Defense | 644 | 274 | 326 | 44 | 42.5% |
| QGD: Chigorin, 3.cxd5 | 478 | 186 | 258 | 34 | 38.9% |
| Caro-Kann Defense | 478 | 176 | 277 | 25 | 36.8% |
| Amazon Attack | 391 | 149 | 223 | 19 | 38.1% |
| Amazon Attack: Siberian Attack | 293 | 126 | 154 | 13 | 43.0% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caro-Kann Defense | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Giuoco Piano: Tarrasch Variation | 3 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 66.7% |
| Blackburne Shilling Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Elephant Gambit | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 50.0% |
| English Opening: Agincourt Defense | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0.0% |
| Amazon Attack | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Scotch Game | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| QGD: 2...Bf5 3.cxd5 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Torre Attack | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Bronstein-Larsen Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 27 | 0 |
| Losing | 18 | 1 |