Alexander Grishchyk

Alexander Grishchyk

Alexander Grishchyk, often known simply as "Grishchyk" in online chess circles, has been waging war on 64 squares with a blend of patience, tactical flair, and occasional bouts of early resignation—a true human after all, nobody’s perfect! Starting in 2016 with a modest blitz rating of around 1300 and bullet at a light-speed 1151, he soared to impressive heights over the years, peaking near 1740 in blitz by 2022 and reaching a bullet peak of 1841 in 2021. Not bad at all for a chess gladiator battling pawns and knights day in and day out!

A player who delights in endgames (over 64% of his games see him deep into the final stages), Alexander averages more than 55 moves per game whether winning or losing, proving he loves a good long fight rather than a quick mate. His comeback rate is a whopping 76%, and if he loses a piece, watch out—his win rate afterward nudges over 85%, showcasing resilience that any chess coach would nod approvingly at.

Grishchyk's playstyle is balanced: he wins pretty evenly with white and black, hovering just above 50%. His "tilt factor" of 15 means he can get a bit salty when things go south, but don't we all? Fortunately, he’s also been known to buckle down—in fact, he seldom gives up early, even if his early resignation rate is around 15%. This fighter’s psychology mirrors his rated versus casual play, where he shines with a 50% win difference favoring rated games.

An interesting tidbit about Alexander's timing shows he plays at his best on Thursdays and likes to start matches early in the day, with a stunning 64% win rate around 4 AM. Maybe night owls do have an edge after all!

Over his chess journey, Alexander has demonstrated consistent growth and an endearing fighting spirit, making him a formidable opponent and a beloved figure for those who appreciate the marathon, not just the sprint. Hopefully, he’ll keep the pieces moving and the kings shaking for years to come.

Fun facts and stats:

• Longest winning streak: 19 games — talk about confidence!
• Most played opponents include "olex13" and "bondar1983", with whom battles have been both fierce and friendly.
• Holds over 17,000 wins in bullet chess, proving speed is his middle name.
• Style includes an average of nearly 57 moves per win — a marathoner, not a sprinter.