Korneevets Alexander (imka63)
International Master
Meet Korneevets Alexander, known in the chess realm as imka63, an International Master by FIDE standards and a veritable wizard of the 64 squares. With a knack for blitz, rapid, and bullet chess alike, Alexander turns the battlefield of pawns and knights into his personal playground — often with a cheeky victory grin.
Rating Highlights & Playing Strength
- Peak Blitz rating of 2356 (Dec 2022) — fast fingers and sharp tactics.
- Top Rapid rating peaked at 2221 (May 2020) — steady as a knight’s stride.
- Bullet peak rating hitting 1709 (May 2020) — lightning reflexes included!
Game Style & Psychology
Alexander prefers a strategic endgame approach, seeing it through with nearly 79% frequency, and isn't afraid to play the long game — average wins come after 72 moves or so. Both with White and Black pieces, he’s comfortably winning over 60% of the time, proving that color is just a fashion choice for him.
His comeback rate? A whopping 79% — which means if you think you've toppled him, think again. Losing a piece is no death sentence either, with a respectable 60% chance of clawing back to victory. Talk about mental toughness: Alexander keeps his tilt factor to a modest 3, meaning bad beats rarely ruffle his chessboard.
Statistically Speaking...
Playing at his best on Sunday, Friday, and Monday, when the win rates hit 62.5%, 81%, and 73% respectively, Alexander seems powered by some secret weekday mojo. His favorite hours? The afternoons – especially 14:00 and 15:00, boasting 100% win rates in those slots. Maybe the afternoon coffee really sharpens his game.
Record & Rivalries
With a commanding Blitz record of 34 wins, 15 losses, and a lone draw, imka63 clearly doesn't settle for stalemates. He’s tussled repeatedly with opponents like andariasaswan and bliski, maintaining a solid 40% and 80% win rate against them, respectively. And for those who prefer to tap out, Alexander’s got an impressive list of 100% win records against numerous players — mercy is not his style.
Memorable Recent Victory
Not all heroes wear capes; some just deliver checkmate with flair. On December 2, 2022, Alexander sealed a stunning victory against "JustAnotherKiid" by checkmate after a tense 66-move battle in the Pirc Defense - Czech Defense opening, demonstrating relentless precision and patience. You can revisit this masterpiece here.
In Summary
Whether blitzing through games in under 3 minutes or grinding out strategic endgames, Korneevets Alexander is a force on the chessboard that opponents underestimate at their peril. His blend of tactical brilliance, psychological resilience, and subtle humor makes him a charming adversary and a true master of the game — the kind who'd probably checkmate you before you even realize what happened, all with a wink.