Andrei Volokitin GM

Grandmaster Andrei Volokitin (GMvolokitin)

Meet Andrei Volokitin, a chess Grandmaster whose moves are as sharp as his wit and whose rapid rating once soared to a dizzying 2918 in February 2022 — that's not a typo, he basically plays lightning-chess with the speed of a supercomputer (well, almost).

Known for his relentless endgame prowess, Andrei's games tend to be epics with an average of over 75 moves per win, meaning patience is his middle name. His style is less about quick knockouts and more akin to a long, strategic dance that eventually leaves opponents shaking their heads.

Despite his occasional bouts of bad luck with a current losing streak of 4 (because even Grandmasters have their off days), he boasts an impressive comeback rate of nearly 89% — clearly, giving up early is not in his playbook. His psychological tilt factor is a humble 5, so he's mostly composed, except maybe when the coffee runs out.

Rapid Fire Stats

• Total rapid games: 70
• Wins: 18, Losses: 36, Draws: 16
• Win rate vs. familiar opponents: a curious 100% against some and 0% against others — talk about selective memory!
• Best playing hour: The magic hour appears to be 4 PM, with a win rate of 50%, proving he’s not quite a morning person.

Fun Fact

Andrei is a master of the Sicilian Defense, especially the Open Scheveningen Variation, his favorite opening having powered him through many intense battles. He’s not shy to resign when the position is grim, ensuring no wasted time on hopeless quests.

Recent Highlights

In his most recent rapid victory on February 17, 2025, GMvolokitin cunningly outplayed viditchess with a sharp and aggressive Sicilian Defense, forcing a resignation after a dazzling 28-move effort. Not one to shy away from pressure, he also won games by time on the clock — because psychological warfare counts.

Of course, no journey is without bumps. Recent losses against tough opponents like Sam_ChessMood and Chefshouse remind us even Grandmasters sometimes get outfoxed — or maybe they just wanted to keep things interesting.

Impressive, enduring, and slightly unpredictable, Andrei Volokitin is a chess warrior who wears his crown with humility and humor. Whether you’re watching his intricate endgames or frantic rapid clashes, one thing’s for sure — boredom is never on the board.