Gennadi Ginsburg - The Grandmaster Chronicles
AKA higescha, Gennadi Ginsburg is a chess Grandmaster whose blitz games sparkle with tactical flair and resilient comebacks. With a peak blitz rating soaring up to an impressive 2506 as of January 2022, Ginsburg blends deep strategic prowess with a knack for timing, hitting his peak performance primarily around 5 PM — perfect for those thrilling post-work battles on the board.
Blitz Brilliance
Over dozens of blitz clashes, Gennadi has amassed 24 wins, 17 losses, and 3 draws. Their win percentage hovers around a sturdy 54.55% — not too shabby for lightning-fast chess! Armed with a longest winning streak of 8 games and currently on a fresh 3-game streak, higescha shows a hunger for victory that's hard to extinguish. Even more impressive: their comeback rate after losing pieces stands a remarkable 87.5%, proving Gennadi is the sorta player who never quits—even when the chips are down.
Playing Style & Personality
Ginsburg is no quitter, maintaining a 0% early resignation rate and preferring to grind out long endgames—84% frequency of endgame play and 73 average moves per win suggest marathon matches over quick skirmishes. Their white pieces are particularly effective, boasting a nearly 60% win rate, while black play stays solid at 50% wins.
Whether it's a tactical slugfest or a slow positional squeeze, Gennadi’s style flexes like a Swiss Army knife—always prepared and deadly sharp.
Favorite Opponents & Memorable Matches
Some opponents seem to bring out the best in this Grandmaster. For instance, they've crushed icystun and mariolino001 with pristine 100% win rates. Others like predragnikac and gummigisla have enjoyed slightly better odds, keeping Gens on his toes.
Among Gennadi’s many victories, the latest blitz triumph on January 13, 2022, against icystun is a real highlight—a Sicilian Defense Nimzowitsch Closed opening that ultimately ended with a win on time. You can watch the game here!
Quirks & Fun Facts
- Tilt Factor: A modest 3 out of 10 — Gennadi keeps the cool, even under pressure.
- Best playing days: Thursdays are perfect; 100% win rate there!
- Preferred time slots: Evening hours between 16:00 and 18:00 are prime blitz zones, with win rates over 80% at 18:00 and a clean 100% at 17:00.
- Endgame warrior: Ginsburg battles until the bitter end, rarely thrown off by losses and often turning tricky situations around.
In summary, Gennadi "higescha" Ginsburg is not just a Grandmaster by title, but a grandmaster of resilience, timing, and strategic depth. Their games make you wonder if they have a secret chess clock hidden in their brain, ticking only when the position gets tough—and ticking faster with a mischievous grin.