Grandmaster Alex Delchev (GMAlex1971)
Alex Delchev, better known in the chess universe as GMAlex1971, is a formidable Grandmaster who has mastered the 64 squares like a wizard with a magic wand. This highly titled player is not just a competitor but a lightning-fast tactician whose blitz performance peaked at a stunning 2734 rating in May 2020—enough to make many opponents’ heads spin faster than their clocks.
Starting from humble beginnings in blitz chess with a rating just over 1300, Alex soared through the ranks with an almost flawless streak early on, boasting a breathtaking longest winning streak of 19 games. Drawing is apparently an afterthought, with an aggressive style that prizes victories over peace treaties.
When it comes to rapid chess, Alex shines even brighter: a remarkable 71.84% win rate thanks to a secret arsenal of openings (a magician never reveals his tricks!). His bullet chess might not be as decorated, but let's be honest—mastering all three time controls is quite the feat!
Known for a psychological resilience that defies the dreaded "tilt" (a tilt factor of just 8 percent), Alex thrives under pressure and is infamous for comebacks that make commentators shout in disbelief. Lose a piece? No worries! Alex fights back with a 53.78% success rate—because giving up is not in this player’s dictionary.
His tactical awareness is off the charts, often turning seemingly lost positions into victories with finesse and creativity, averaging 73 moves per win—talk about patience and endurance! A chess match with Alex is more of an epic saga than a quick skirmish.
Style & Trivia
- Favorite time to play: According to statistics, 4:00 AM is the ideal moment for Alex to web his opponents in webs of cunning moves. Night owl or just uniquely gifted? You decide.
- Winning favorite color: White edges out slightly with a 55.79% win rate, but don’t underestimate Alex’s black pieces prowess—53.87% win rate means he’s dangerous no matter the hue.
- Top Opponents: Among the many battles, Alex has faced "gorkadinja" 41 times and "viktors2003" 31 times—a true rivalrous feast.
Recent Memorable Victories
In a recent classic marked by solid strategy and patience, Alex defeated HDiChess1 by resignation after a beautiful finish involving a decisive rook move. The game showcased his profound understanding of the Sicilian Defense, making it look as easy as a Sunday stroll through the park.
Another spectacular win came via checkmate against KBforChess, sealing the game with a flourish on move 41—because why not end in style?
Brief Setbacks
Even Grandmasters stumble, and Alex's most recent loss was a tough resignation against FightingWarrioir123, illustrating that in chess, humility is part of greatness.
But don’t worry, this warrior knows how to bounce back—his comeback rate is an impressive 85.61%, proving that every defeat is just a setup for the next thrilling victory.
Whether you are a fan of deep strategic play, quick tactical strikes, or endgame mastery, Alex Delchev stands as a shining example of what dedication, skill, and a pinch of humor can achieve on the battlefield of chess.
Keep an eye on GMAlex1971—he’s always one move ahead!
🆚 Opponent Insights
| Most Played Opponents | ||
|---|---|---|
| gorkadinja | 14W / 26L / 1D | |
| viktors2003 | 24W / 3L / 4D | |
| justgetbetterl | 12W / 5L / 8D | |
| Tsvetan Stoyanov | 14W / 6L / 4D | |
| Christian Stevens | 9W / 6L / 3D | |
Rating
| Year | Bullet | Blitz | Rapid | Daily |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2473 | |||
| 2024 | 2495 | |||
| 2023 | 2466 | 2439 | ||
| 2022 | 2079 | 2526 | 2430 | |
| 2021 | 2468 | 2439 | ||
| 2020 | 1929 | 2530 | 2528 | |
| 2019 | 1931 | 2597 | 2202 | |
| 2018 | 2455 | 2136 | ||
| 2017 | 1821 | 2191 | 2136 | |
| 2016 | 2255 | |||
| 2015 | 2061 |
Stats by Year
| Year | White | Black | Moves |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 5W / 0L / 1D | 5W / 1L / 1D | 68.1 |
| 2024 | 26W / 0L / 6D | 29W / 1L / 3D | 80.0 |
| 2023 | 23W / 3L / 8D | 25W / 6L / 6D | 77.0 |
| 2022 | 15W / 7L / 4D | 14W / 7L / 5D | 80.1 |
| 2021 | 6W / 4L / 0D | 4W / 5L / 1D | 80.5 |
| 2020 | 122W / 99L / 17D | 114W / 107L / 27D | 79.3 |
| 2019 | 126W / 114L / 31D | 148W / 103L / 34D | 80.9 |
| 2018 | 71W / 25L / 13D | 59W / 27L / 13D | 74.0 |
| 2017 | 10W / 8L / 1D | 12W / 8L / 0D | 69.0 |
| 2016 | 60W / 31L / 2D | 51W / 34L / 9D | 67.7 |
| 2015 | 8W / 0L / 0D | 5W / 1L / 0D | 68.3 |
Openings: Most Played
| Blitz Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pirc: 3.Nc3 e5 | 38 | 22 | 13 | 3 | 57.9% |
| Indian: 2.Bf4 | 26 | 16 | 7 | 3 | 61.5% |
| Queen's Pawn Game | 21 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 42.9% |
| Indian Defence, Knights Variation | 19 | 10 | 8 | 1 | 52.6% |
| QGD: 3.Nf3 Nf6 | 15 | 5 | 9 | 1 | 33.3% |
| Pirc: 3.Nc3 e5 Queenswap | 14 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Caro-Kann: English, Exchange, 4...Nf6 5.Bb5+ | 14 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 57.1% |
| Queen's Gambit Declined: Queen's Knight Variation | 14 | 9 | 3 | 2 | 64.3% |
| Scandinavian: Schiller, 4.d4 Nf6 | 14 | 6 | 7 | 1 | 42.9% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 13 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 46.1% |
| Rapid Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reti: 1...d5 2.e3 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 40.0% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Symmetrical Variation | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 60.0% |
| King's Indian: 5.Be2 O-O | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 50.0% |
| Queen's Pawn Game: Chigorin Variation | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Accelerated Dragon, Maróczy Bind | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Caro-Kann: English Variation | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Gruenfeld: Exchange, 5.Bd2 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 50.0% |
| Sicilian: O'Kelly, 3.d4 cxd4 4.Nxd4 Nf6 | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 75.0% |
| Sicilian Defense: Closed | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Sicilian Canal-Sokolsky (Rossolimo) Attack | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 66.7% |
| Bullet Opening | Games | Wins | Losses | Draws | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queen's Pawn Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian: 2...e6 3.Nc3 Nc6 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Pawn Game | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Sicilian: Najdorf, 6.Bg5 Nbd7 7.f4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Caro-Kann Defense: Hillbilly Attack | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| King's Knight Opening: Normal Variation | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Scotch Game: Classical Variation, Intermezzo Variation | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| London System Main Base Position with ...d5 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 100.0% |
| Nimzowitsch-Larsen: 1...d5 2.Bb2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0.0% |
🔥 Streaks
| Streak | Longest | Current |
|---|---|---|
| Winning | 19 | 4 |
| Losing | 8 | 0 |